Discusses how writing college and job applications can serve as a tool for teaching students to write autobiographies. (MM)

Describes relevant, real-world marketing education activities: (1) mock job application/procurement in which students prepare job descriptions, review applicant credentials, and follow hiring guidelines; and (2) proposals for new products and reports on their feasibility. (SK)

A vita should present the highlights of one's professional career in the most positive manner possible. However, one should not overlook honesty and accuracy in the preparation of a vita. An outline of information which should be included in an academician's vita is included in this article. (Author/IAH)

The impact of the Counseling and Monitoring (CM) program in the Netherlands, which provides intensive job search assistance for unemployed people, was assessed with a treatment/control group study involving 722 cases. CM does reduce the time taken to find a job because participants make more applications. (SK)

The purpose of this paper is to examine the status of employment of people with disabilities in the Federal Government and to make recommendations for improving federal hiring and advancement of employees with disabilities. The paper summarizes the legal authorities and policy guidance, the responsibilities of various federal agencies charged with…

This booklet, which was developed by a college career center, explains the purpose of and procedures for writing curriculum vitae (CV) and related letters. The following topics are covered: when a CV is appropriate, points to consider when writing a CV, items usually included, possible sections to include in a CV, and steps in writing cover…

When conducting a job search, first decide what job area to go after, then find out more about it. Next write a resume. Name, address, and telephone number should go at the top. If the job objective is known exactly, list that next. Now comes work experience; begin with the most recent and work backwards. Don't just list what was done, tell how…

Undertaken by a student from Rutger's University Graduate School of Library Service, this study is an analysis of the first 500 rejections received in response to his applications for professional library positions over a two year period. Job applications are categorized as solicited and unsolicited: these categories are further divided by type of…

This document consists of an application form and a job description for the short term positions of state regional Right to Read directors for the state of California. The application form asks for demographic facts and information on academic background, employment experience, and other professional experience. The job description defines the…

A rhetorical analysis of the letter of application and the vita used in applying for a teaching job in language and literature is used to provide practical advice to applicants. Of the many components of a full rhetorical analysis, three receive special attention: the rhetorical situation, some characteristics of the audience, and several features…

Discusses current employment laws and their implications for resume content; a sample resume is included. (KS)

More than half of discouraged workers have not looked for jobs in more than a year. While some return to work or resume job searching, the majority have rare contacts with the job market. (SK)

In which the author semi-seriously lampoons the hiring policies today--given the severe lack of positions in college in humanistic areas. (MM)

Specifically describes steps a job candidate can follow in resume preparation and in job interviewing. (CJ)