Minnesota WorkForce Center - Alexandria
303 22nd Avenue West, Suite 107
Alexandria, MN 56308
Phone: 320.762.7800 Fax: 320.762.7530 TTY: 320.762.7805
Toll-free: 888.438.5627
In today's job market, the resume is an important tool for anyone looking for work. Everyone, from the new entrant into the workforce to the experienced professional, will benefit from a well-written resume. Many employers require a resume be sent as the first method of contact. It can be used to capture an employer's attention, even when no job is advertised. Just as a job search is a sales campaign, your resume is your sales brochure. More than a summary of your skills, experience, and education, it is an advertisement of your best. Your resume should make you stand out from the competition.
The use of electronic technology to manage the overwhelming number of resumes employers receive is increasing rapidly. Today many companies and employment agencies are using scanners to enter resumes into a computer. These resume scanning systems use varying degrees of artificial intelligence to screen the resume for desired skills.
Take the time to organize your job search information, including education, employment, and references. Focus on your skills and accomplishments and look for ways to sell your qualifications. A prospective employer does not just want to know where you worked, but also wants to know what you can do.
For reservations call 320.762.7800.