Applying for work placement

A cover letter is an introduction letter that should complement your resume and give an explanation as to why you are the ideal candidate. The explanation could include:

• information about your skills
• information about your experiences 
• achievements 
• what you are currently studying (for the purposes of work placement)

Your cover letter should be around 3-4 paragraphs. The cover letter should highlight your skills, experiences, and achievements that relate to the job you are applying for. This is the employers/workplaces' first impression of you! 

Watch this video on How to write a cover letter 
How To Write a Cover Letter: Top 3 Tips, Format & Examples | Indeed Career Tips - YouTube

A resume or CV is a document that provides details of your: 

1. Work experience
2. Education 
3. Skills
4. Achievements 

The information in your resume is essential information that your workplace or employer needs to know to be able to determine if you are a suitable fit for the role. 

What to include in your resume:

• Personal details 
  You should include your full name and contact details (phone number & email address)
• Education
  This includes courses and qualifications you have completed that relate to the role you are applying for. You should also include your schooling if you completed school within the last 5 years. When listing your qualifications or schooling achievements you should start at the most recent and work backward. You should also include the qualification you received, where you studied, and the start and finish date of the study. 
• Work experience 
  This can include any paid or volunteer work. For each job, you should include the title of your position, the name of the workplace, and the dates that you worked there. Under this information, you should provide a brief overview of the responsibilities you had in the role. Similar to the education section, these should be listed from the most recent backward. 
• Skills, strengths & interests 
  Here you can list any skills, strengths, or interests that relate to the role you are applying for. You should also include any memberships or subscriptions you have that are relevant. 
• References 
  A reference is a professional that can provide a recommendation and vouch for your skills and work ethic. This could be a manager or supervisor from a previous role. You could also include an academic reference. This could be a previous teacher or career advisor or it could be a current teacher. For each reference, you should include company and contact information. It is a good idea to include at least 2. 
   

Your resume should not be more than 1-2 pages. Keep it short and sweet! You also want to make sure the format and colours used are neat and professional. 

Here is a link to a resume template you could use:

Free resume template - SEEK Career Advice

You should also prepare an outfit for an interview in the instance you are successful in securing an interview. Your attire should be professional and your appearance should be neat and tidy. 

Here is a link to some tips and tricks for dressing for an interview:

How To Dress for a Job Interview | Indeed.com