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Crafting Your Career Story: A Quick Guide to Resume Building with WiseDoc

In the digital age, a compelling resume is your ticket to unlocking new career opportunities. WiseDoc, a user-friendly platform, makes the resume creation process seamless and efficient. Let’s explore how you can harness the power of WiseDoc to craft a standout resume that showcases your skills and experiences.

What is WiseDoc?

WiseDoc is a versatile online platform designed to simplify the resume creation process. With its intuitive interface and robust features, WiseDoc empowers users to build professional resumes that capture the attention of potential employers.

Getting Started

Sign Up for WiseDoc:

  • To begin your resume-building journey with WiseDoc, sign up for a free account on their website. Use your WSU email to gain access to templates and examples compiled by Career Services. 

Navigate to the Resume Builder:

  • Once logged in, locate the “Templates” feature. This is where you’ll start crafting your personalized resume.

Choose a Template:

  • WiseDoc offers a variety of professionally designed templates to suit different industries and job roles. Choose a template listed as “ATS-friendly” if you plan to submit your resume online. 

Building Your Resume:

  • WiseDoc will provide you with fill-in-the-blank sections to craft your resume. You may add or edit sections as needed, as well as rearrange the order of sections as they appear on the final document. To access your documents once you are finished, navigate to the “My Drive” section on the home screen. 

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How To Kickstart Your Career in The New Year

Wendi Weiner and Jenna Arcand, Work It Daily 

January 02, 2024

Do you have career goals going into the new year? Do you feel like your career search is in a rut and you’re not sure what to do? Here are some ways you can successfully kickstart your career in the new year!

Resumes are no longer about objectives or daily job functions. Today, resumes are strategic marketing documents that must prove a candidate’s worth and value. A resume must properly brand the candidate within his/her areas of focus and be targeted toward the actual job position. 

1. Updating your resume and reflecting on your recent achievements and accolades is a sure way to provide more value to the reader. Quantify your work and project experience and consider reviewing your internship or job performance evaluations so you can list projects you have led, skills you have acquired, and results you’ve achieved for organizations.

2. Consider Professional Assistance from a Voiland College Career Coach

Many job seekers are struggling to find a job right now and they’re becoming increasingly frustrated with the job market. A Voiland College career coach can be a great resource and tool when you’re having trouble finding a job and achieving your career goals. 

A career coach can also help job seekers realign their career direction with solution-focused ideas, provide positive praise and motivation, and offer guidance in self-discovery.

3. Use Social Media to Your Advantage We are now living in a heavily advanced digital age. Job seekers can reach out to CEOs and employers on various social media platforms, post a Facebook status to alert their friends and family members about their job search, and use their LinkedIn profiles to apply for a job, connect with hiring managers, and even expand their network to connect with other professionals.

In short, social media, specifically LinkedIn, is an excellent tool for your career. Make sure you optimize your LinkedIn profile to take full advantage of all of its benefits and features.

4. Network Like There’s No Tomorrow

Your network is your net worth! If you want to land your dream job, building your professional network is essential. Create an online networking strategy and locate networking events through Facebook, LinkedIn, and even sources such as Eventbrite. Be sure to have business cards handy. Pass them out and take the business cards of other networking professionals. 

Don’t forget to follow up through a connection request on LinkedIn after the event is over. You need to nurture your network so when it comes time for you to find a new job, they’ll be more than happy to help. After all, it’s all about who you know! 

Make this year your biggest and best year yet by following these helpful career tips! Don’t wait for January to pass you by. The new year is here now! 

 

 

How to Write a Thank You Email After an Interview!

This article, “How to Write a Thank You Email After an Interview,” from The Muse provides valuable insights into the significance of sending a thank-you email after a job interview and offers a template along with tips for crafting an effective email.

The article highlights the importance of expressing gratitude and reiterates that sending a thank-you email is not only proper business etiquette but also a way to distinguish oneself from other candidates. The email helps in reinforcing the rapport established during the interview, highlighting one’s suitability for the job, and offering a chance to address any concerns or further showcase qualifications. The article includes a template and emphasizes key points such as personalizing the message, keeping it concise, tailoring it to the recipient, and showcasing authenticity.

For more information, helpful tips, and example emails, click the link here to access the article from The Muse.

Social Media Update!

Hello Cougs! The Voiland College Internships and Career Services will be undergoing a social media plan update starting November 27th. From this date on, the career and internships services will be posting on the instagram and facebook, on Sundays and Wednesdays ONLY! Sundays post will consist of a weekly rundown of events for the upcoming week. And Wednesdays post will include helpful and important “how-to” information including how-to apply for jobs/internships, write a resume or cover letter, be successful in an interview, and much more, along with resources for you to use! Please be on the lookout for the Internships and Career Services social media posts on Sunday and Wednesdays and refer to our website and office in Dana 140 for additional information.

Internships and Career Services Updated Drop-In Hours

We have updated our career coaching drop-in hours to Monday through Friday from 2-3 pm. Please feel free to stop by with any questions you may have about resumes, cover letters, internships, job searches, and much more! We are also available for one-on-one appointments through our bookings page linked at the bottom of this page.

Internships and Careers Services – Meet the Team!

Were excited to introduce the Internships and Career Services staff for the 2023 – 2024 school year! Accompanying director Sandi Brabb is our career coordinator, Maya Salsbury; Mahesh Kumar Srinivas and Sydney Troy, our graduate career coach interns; and Kristina Tynon, our clerical assistant.

Please see below for more information about our new team members:

Maya Salsbury

Career Coordinator 

Maya, is from Moscow, Idaho. She has an M.Ed. degree from Johns Hopkins University, School of Education, and a Bachelor’s from the University of Idaho, Maya brings both expertise and a passion for education to her role. Beyond her career, Maya finds solace in the serene landscapes of the Palouse while cross-country skiing and snowshoeing at Palouse Divide. She enjoys experimenting with new cooking and baking recipes. Maya also boasts an impressive 12-year competitive swimming background. What truly sets Maya apart is her genuine love for students and her unwavering dedication to their success. At the VCEA Internships and Career Services office, she thrives on forging connections with students, helping them flourish in their career pursuits, and making a lasting impact within our team.

 

Mahesh Kumar Srinivas

Graduate Career Coach Intern

Meet Mahesh, from Bengaluru, India. Mahesh, currently in his first year at WSU, is pursuing a graduate degree in Computer Science. When he’s not immersed in the world of coding, you can find him on the cricket pitch, swimming laps, or whipping up delicious dishes in the kitchen. Mahesh’s love for helping others shines through in his role at the career and internship services. He’s passionate about assisting students in uncovering opportunities and building the foundations for successful careers, making him an invaluable member of our team.

 

Sydney Troy 

Graduate Career Coach Intern

Allow us to introduce Sydney Troy. Sydney is from Bremerton, WA, and is currently in her first year as a graduate student and her fifth year at WSU, majoring in Architecture. Outside her academic pursuits, Sydney shares a unique bond as a fraternal twin and is a proud parent of two cats. Growing up, she honed her skills on the soccer field, playing premier soccer with Kitsap Alliance and Gig Harbor Premier. Sydney’s passion for helping students find opportunities that align with their interests and goals is what drives her dedication to the career and internship services office, making her a valued member of our team.

 

Kristina Tynon

Clerical Assistant 

Let’s get to know Kristina Tynon, who calls Puyallup, WA, her hometown. Kristina is currently in her third year at WSU, majoring in Business Management. Beyond her academic pursuits, she’s an ardent fan of TV shows featuring quirky yet brilliant female leads, with favorites including “The Mindy Project,” “Crazy Ex Girlfriend,” and “Parks & Rec.” Kristina thrives in her role at the career and internship services office, where she takes pride in assisting with administrative tasks and interacting with the students of Voiland college. The supportive and welcoming environment here aligns perfectly with her desire to make a positive impact. Kristina’s vibrant presence adds a touch of warmth to our team.