CV Writing and ATS Strategies
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What criteria does the automatic scanning system use to sort job applications?

  • Interests and hobbies
  • Professional references and education
  • Keywords, skills, and experience (correct)
  • Location and salary expectations

    • The scanning system considers personality traits when sorting job applications.

    False

    What sections should be included in a CV?

    Contact information, work experience, education, skills, and summary

    The automatic scanning system sorts job applications based on specific criteria such as ______, skills, and experience.

    <p>keywords</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following CV sections with their purposes:

    <p>Contact Information = To provide personal details for employers to reach candidates Work Experience = To list previous job roles and responsibilities Education = To detail academic qualifications Skills = To highlight competencies relevant to the job</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What details should you avoid including unless they are particularly relevant?

    <p>Your high school education</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You should always start with your high school education when detailing your education.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What format should you use to write about your educational qualifications?

    <p>Degree Name – Faculty - University – Graduation year</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The highest educational achievement should always be listed first, such as a ______, Master's, or PhD.

    <p>Bachelor's degree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following elements to their descriptions in education documentation:

    <p>PhD = Highest level of academic degree Bachelor = Undergraduate degree Diploma = Certificate of completed studies Masters = Graduate-level degree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which section should include your professional links such as LinkedIn or GitHub?

    <p>Contact Information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A career objective should be lengthy and include all past jobs.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one important detail to include in the Contact Information section?

    <p>Professional email address</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much funding was acquired for the project?

    <p>50,000 EGP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A career objective should mention your ______ and strength/technical skills.

    <p>degree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following CV sections with their appropriate descriptions:

    <p>Contact Information = Includes your professional links and personal details Career Objective = Summarizes your goals and strengths for the job Education = Lists your academic qualifications and institutions Work Experience = Details your previous job roles and responsibilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Digital Marketing course was completed in November 2022.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the title of the project involving carpet sales?

    <p>Tappeti</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Digital Marketing Course on Udemy lasted for ____ hours.

    <p>75</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following skills with their descriptions:

    <p>Presentation Skills = Ability to effectively communicate ideas to an audience Teamwork = Cooperating and collaborating with others to achieve goals Negotiation Skills = Ability to reach agreements through discussion Problem Solving = Identifying and resolving issues effectively</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the appropriate way to document internships in a resume?

    <p>Same way as work experience</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An internship can only be in a related field to one's studies.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were the subjects taught by the teacher at The Nest Nursery and Preschool Institution?

    <p>English, Arabic, and Art basics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The internship at The Nest Nursery and Preschool Institution lasted from _________ to __________.

    <p>Aug.2017, Sep.2017</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the internship roles with their responsibilities:

    <p>Teacher at The Nest Nursery = Teach English, Arabic, and Art Intern at a tech startup = Assist in software development Marketing intern = Conduct market research Graphic design intern = Create visual content</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the main goals of the recruitment process for Lamar DC’s and Nubaria Plant?

    <p>Ensure job profiles align with business objectives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The recruitment process for blue-collar employees involves hiring unskilled labor only.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What types of employees are being recruited for Lamar DC’s and Nubaria Plant?

    <p>Massive blue-collar employees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The recruitment process should ensure that job profiles and position requirements are aligned with _____ objectives.

    <p>business</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following recruitment tasks with their descriptions:

    <p>Job profiling = Defining skills and qualifications needed Screening candidates = Narrowing down applicants for interviews Conducting interviews = Assessing candidate fit for the position Onboarding = Integrating new hires into the company</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    CV Writing

    • CVs are lengthy documents, containing all academic qualifications, experience, skills, and achievements
    • CV information remains consistent across applications
    • Résumés are concise, focusing on most relevant skills and experience tailored to the specific job role
    • Résumés typically are 1-2 pages long, and highly customizable

    Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

    • ATS is software used by recruiters and employers to track candidates throughout the recruitment process
    • ATS automatically scans and sorts applications based on specific criteria, such as keywords, skills, and experience
    • Use relevant keywords in your CV to improve chances of being selected by ATS

    CV Sections

    • Contact Information: Includes full name, professional email address, mobile number, professional links (LinkedIn, Behance, GitHub), and optional address Avoid including miscellaneous names, and double-check spellings. Include Military Status (Optional)
    • Career Objective: A brief, concise statement highlighting career goals and target position. Customize this section for each job application, emphasizing relevant skills and experiences for that specific position. Mention degree, years of experience (if any), the position you're applying for. Indicate the field of work and strengths/technical skills.
    • Education: List degrees in reverse chronological order (highest degree first). Include degree name, faculty, university, and graduation year, optional additional information like relevant extracurricular achievements
    • Work Experience: Detail all professional experiences (full-time, part-time, freelance, project-based). Use keywords from job postings. Include job title, company, start/end dates, and detailed responsibilities utilizing measurable accomplishments (numbers, facts, quantifiable results in terms of contributions) , and what you learned. -Good experience bullets give specific results. -Avoid general bad experience bullets (e.g. responsibility for increasing sales)
    • Internships: Detail any internships, format in the same way as work experience
    • Extracurricular Activities: Include relevant activities like student activities, volunteering work, and charity work, showing similar details to work experience
    • Courses: Detail relevant technical courses, including the course name, website or place the course was held, and number of hours, along with the date of the course)
    • Skills: List relevant skills in the requested order (Computer, Language, Programming Skills)
    • Extra Sections:
      • Projects: Provide details on your projects, including your project title,brief project explanation, and date of the project
      • Familiar With: List skills and tools you are familiar with
      • Interests: List your interests
    • Layout: Use a consistent layout with 1-2 pages, using Times New Roman font (10-12 points). Use bullet points, clear headings, appropriate capitalization, and good margins.

    Email Tips

    • Use professional subject lines.
    • Write the email content in reverse chronological order.
    • Include the CV as an attachment (in PDF). Avoid using templates or copying and pasting.

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    This quiz covers essential aspects of crafting effective CVs and résumés, including their key sections, differences, and the importance of optimizing for Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS). You'll learn how to enhance your job applications by utilizing relevant keywords and structuring your information efficiently.

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