ACE the IT Resume Resumes and Cover Letters to Get You Hired

by Moreira, Paula

• ISBN13: 9780071492744
• ISBN10: 0071492747
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2007-07-13
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education

Summary

Create a first-rate resume that will get you hired in IT Stand out in a crowd of IT job applicants by creating and submitting a winning resume and cover letter with help from this practical guide. Fully revised and updated for the latest trends, technologies, and in-demand jobs, Ace the IT Resume, Second Edition reveals how to best showcase your IT skills and experience. You'll get tips for adapting your resume for different formats, using the right keywords, and getting your resume in the hands of the hiring manager. With an encyclopedia of sample resumes, job descriptions, and resume strategies, this is your must-have guide to landing a great IT job. Present your skills, experience, and education in the most effective format Optimize your online resume Customize your resume based on the job you're seeking Write compelling and relevant cover letters Avoid common pitfalls and analyze your resume for errors Discover ways to quickly get hands-on experience Network with IT professionals to make connections

Author Biography

Paula Moreira is an IT training manager at The Capital Group. She works with hundreds of IT managers in hiring and developing employees to fill the most in-demand positions in IT.

Table of Contents

Creating a Winning IT Resume

Standing Out from the Crowd

The Anatormy of a Technical Resume

The Online Resume World

Uncovering Your Hidden Talents

The Cover Letter

Common Resume Dilemmas

Creative Ways to Get Hands-On Experience

How to Network When You Don't Know Anyone

Resume Faux-Pas: Why You Are Not Getting Any Phone Calls

The Interview

Resume Encyclopedia

Resume Encyclopedia

Index

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