Truly Driven

Can your résumé use a little more information on order to impress recruiters?

A simple way to do that is to get involved on campus and/or off campus. Sounds simple? Yes it is. It is crucial in decision-making process for employers. Employers know you are applying for that specific job because you are interested in the field of work. However, they do not know much about you as a person. Show them who you really are by giving examples of what your interests are and what you do outside of the classroom. They only ask because they want to make sure that you will be a good fit for their company.

How can you do that? Join a club, a society, a fraternity, or a sorority! You can put their name on your résumé under “Activities.” If you are a finance major, you can join the Finance Society at Adelphi University. It is a great way to network, to learn from guest speakers, and to share interesting stories when your interview comes around.  There are different clubs on campus, for every major and almost every interest group. If you can’t seem to find a group that you are interested in, start one yourself! Nothing looks better than seeing leadership skills on a résumé.

Why do I concentrate on this topic so much? This is because on all of my previous interviews for internships, the majority of questions asked were concentrated on what my interests are, and what I do outside of the classroom. I cannot stress it enough, how important it is to show the employers that you are more than just a good student.

In conclusion, recruiters simply hire people that they like. Therefore, paint your picture in a way that they would absolutely want you to work for them. And as alumnus Kanishka Kelshikar said, go to the Career Development Center to get your résumé reviewed before sending it out anywhere.

Good luck, and get involved!