Resume Peer Review< For this discussion forum, you will create a resume and apply for a job from the Multigenerational Centers job board in the Multigenerational Center Activity (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site..Multigenerational Center Job Board (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.. Look at the jobs in your program and pay attention to the skills and requirements. Consider the required qualifications as well as the job description before you choose the position that most closely aligns with your field of study. Your first step in applying for this position is submitting a resume to the Multigenerational Centers director. Creating a strong resume is a crucial component in any successful job search. Your resume serves as your personal marketing document and your first impression to prospective employers. To create a strong resume, you must first identify the message you want the reader to receive and determine the skills and qualifications you would like to highlight on your resume. In this case, you should highlight your skills that are applicable to the job at the Multigenerational Center. For this discussion, y
ou will explore the components of a strong resume, reflect on your own career goals, and assess what action steps you can take to make your resume stronger.
To prepare for your discussion, watch the pre-recorded Career Jump Start Series Part 1: Developing a Professional Cover Letter and Resume (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. webinar to help prepare you for creating or updating your resume. Then, complete the Ashford University Multigenerational Center Activity (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. in your online classroom.
Use the resume resources in Ashford Universitys Career & Alumni Services Marketing Yourself (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. to develop an initial resume, so you can target the resume to the specific job at the Multigenerational Center. Review the Compare and Contrast Resumes document from Career Services when creating your resume.
In your initial post, create and attach your resume that follows the Week 1 Discussion Resume Template on Ashford Universitys Career & Alumni Services Marketing Yourself web page. In the discussion forum, respond to the following points: