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SO YOU WANT A GOOD JOB...

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AND YOU NEED A GOOD RESUME...

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SO LETS GET SOME EXPERIENCES ON THERE!

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The tcdc presents: What International Travel Does for Your FutureRebecca poole + sara schwarcz

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Poole, Rebecca (PR) - explain where we've been abroad and what we'll be highlighting throughout the rest of the presentationOverview

Benefits of studying abroadLife skills gainedMarketing for your future

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What sets you apart?Less than 1 out 10 American college students have an oversea experience during their academic career

S: It sets you apart because automatically it puts you on a higher pedistool than other applicants because you have something different and most people DONT study abroad7

Benefits of studying abroad

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96% OF STUDY ABROAD ALUMNI CLAIMED AN INCREASE IN SELF-CONFIDENCE ATTRIBUTED TO STUDY ABROAD http://studyabroad.ucmerced.edu/study-abroad-statistics/statistics-study-abroad

S: So when they came, they felt more ready and focused to take on other, bigger opportunities. Their study abroad experience has led them to realize how big, yet small the world is and how easy it is to reach for the stars.9

Why study ABROAD?Experience Personal GrowthDevelop Leadership SkillsEnhance Academic LearningAdvance Your Career

(experience personal growth)- by experiencing independence. you are alone in this foreign contry and everything around YOU is changing, so you are constantly having to adapt yourself and your actions to change when you are in this country.

SELF RELIENCE- you are learning to do things on your own without relying on anyone else

-you gain confidence to do what you want, you are not afraid to do things alone.

(for example.. when i was in Israel and we all had to walk to the desert at midnight to watch the stars..everyone went their own direction and reflected on their own experiences)

-(develop leadership skills) you are the one representing america essentially when you are studying abroad, so you are constantly aware of how you are acting. This forces you to develop skills that you would not normally be using while you are here. For example... My tour group and I got lost in Jersualem one morning when we were without our tour guide, and one of us had to step up and find the way home.

(enhance academic learning) -rebecca took music class ... talk about she was able to emerse herself in what she was learning and get different perspectives than taking it in America

(advance your career) you can learn something you would wanna do there that you never even thought you would want to do her. It opens you eyes to so many opportunities.

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By studying in a foreign country. . .Gain a new understandingof your personal heritage, culture and values.Learn to navigate and live comfortably in a different culture. mba.com

Going out of your comfort zone and showing vulnerability(sara) For me, I went to Israel. I had always heard about Jerusalem from the bible and simply in general, and it was eye-opening to see the country first hand and expereicne what I had learned about for all of those years.(Rebecca) navigate and live comfortably11

By studying in a foreign country. . .Learn an extensive amount of new languageGain greater respect for other culturesBecome aware of the rest of the world

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Schwarcz, Sara A. (SSA) - When you forced in a culture for a semester, you ARE going to learn the language and pick up on tendencies. As much as you think you have no idea how to speak italian, or german, you adapt. and learn.Schwarcz, Sara A. (SSA) - (sara) - talk about how they NEED to conserve water... if your water bottle leaks you get in so much trouble ... need to finish itSchwarcz, Sara A. (SSA) - (rebecca) - talk about paris attackSchwarcz, Sara A. (SSA) - (sara)- talk about the tension in the country

Source: http://www.iesabroad.org/study-abroad/why/alumni-survey/why/alumni-survey-results

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thebestplacestostudyabroad.comLife Skills Gained

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Such asConscientiousnessExtraversionOpennessPerseveranceEmpathyResilienceEmotional StabilityCommunication skills

-being open and saying how you feel and expressing yourself.. that is how you become comfortable there, or just going out of you way to "ask for directions" or simply making friends to grab of cup of coffee with-empathy is a big one you learn about other people and are able to step inside their shoes. Without going abroad, its hard for you to understand a cultures struggles and routines because you dont physically get to experience it. When you are abroad, you gain more of an understanding of what theya are going through-emotional stability because you're not always there with your best friends, significant others, or family... you learn to rely on yourself and to be strong.-communication skills because not all cultures and communities communicate the same-- you have to adapt to the way the country speaks or acts and have to use those norms to communicate effectively.-communication skills because not all cultures and communities communicate the same, you have to adapt to the way the country speaks or acts and have to use those norms to communicate effectively15

What other skills do you think you can gain?

Marketing for your future

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84% OF STUDY ABROAD ALUMNI FELT THEIR STUDIES ABROAD HELPED THEM BUILD VALUABLE SKILLS FOR THE JOB MARKEThttp://studyabroad.ucmerced.edu/study-abroad-statistics/statistics-study-abroad

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Among study abroad alumni, 90% landed a job within 6 months.

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Q & A any questions so far?ANYTHING TRAVEL RELATED!

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How long do employers spend looking at an initial review of your resume?6-10 seconds

ask ? first then explain. some maybe 10-20. in general they have a large stack so they aren't looking at yours for a long period of time. important to have yours stand out!!!!!!!21

soEmphasizing key words such as global experience catches employers attention.

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Poole, Rebecca (PR) - *can make it a seperate headingrundownAppearance Format and Visual AppealHow does your resume look and how it is organized?Is it cluttered? Is it presenting your most important qualities early?

Content Action words are good but focusing on accomplishments is better.Operated cash drawer.Operated cash drawer in a fast paced environment while providing excellent customer service.

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Tom traveler activityGet into small groups Take out Tom Travelers ResumeHighlight or mark the resume where you find mistake or where you would provide feedback

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Graphics are questionableUnprofessional emailTom Traveler45 Parents House Lane, New Brittan, PA 19111(555)555-5555 Ineedajob@email.com

OBJECTIVE: Awesome student seeking any fun position requiring a cool guy with a great sense of humor, style, and willing to see the world.

SUMMARY: Mostly free, except everyday between 2-4pm (gym time)Good at holding a coverstion about anything with any type of personGreat at updating Facebook and anything I can post pictures on

EDUCATION: West Chester University, West Chester, PABS, MarketingMinor: International BusinessCentral High School, New Brittan, PAHigh School Diploma

TRAVEL EXPEREINCE: Traveled to 7 different countries by the age of 21Looking to travel more

Proyecto Asis, La Fortuna, Costa RicaSpoke SpanishStayed with a familyVolunteered with rescue animalsGave tours

WORK EXPERIENCE: High School Yearbook, New Brittan, PAPhotographer (Setpember 2013-2014)Shot cool pics of my friends!Went to weekly meetings

First Job Burgers, Wallingford, PAGrill Cook (September 2011 Present)Flip burgers and fill condiment containersDeal with annoying costumer requestsAnswer phone

REFERENCES: Bob BossFirst Job Burgers(555)444-3333

Pamela ProfessorSocial Work Department(555)333-2222Objective is not relevant for professional position. Unprofessional wording.Dont included availabilityNo dates with school, work experienceIs there better wording?References should be on a separate pageWork experience should be in reverse chronological listingSeveral typos Job descriptions dont emphasize skill and some are negative.

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My resume:

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My linkedin:

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One step furtherBecome an alumni ambassador Study or intern abroad againConnect with leaders/professionals abroad on LinkedInHelp at study abroad fairsWork in the study abroad office

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In ConclusionInternational experience can help you grow not just emotionally, but professionally as well.Updating your resume in the right way can exponentially affect your potential employment.

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Use Ram Career NetworkSchedule an Appointment with a CDC Staff Member

facebook.com/WCUCareerCenter@WCUCareerCenter

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Come visit us in Lawrence 225!Twardowski Career Development Center

E-Mail: cdc@wcupa.eduPhone: 610-436-2501Hours of Operation: M-F 8:00am-4:30pmDrop-in Hours: M-F 1:00-3:00pm

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Contact us!Sara: ss824360@wcupa.eduRebecca: RP801916@wcupa.edu