Im preparin MY FIRST resume in USA. What should I write in the "objective"section? I have no US experience yet

Question

I was an administrative assistante for about 4 years overseas. im preparing my 1st resume to start my job hunt in NOLA.
I have no US exprience yet !!

Answer 1

In the OBJECTIVE field you should usually put down something that's specific that has to do with the company to which you're applying to. This is the first thing an employer reads, so don't make them think you're not fit for the job right from the start. Example: if you're applying to Starbucks - Seeking employment opportunity in a fast paced bistro environment. Looking to bring energy and high motivation to expand my knowledge of the cafe business and improve customer relations skills.

This says right away that you are high energy and you want to learn. As you get older and you get more experience, your objectives change and become more demanding rather then learning oriented.

Good Luck

Answer 2

Do NOT have an elaborate objective. You want it short, sweet and direct. One sentence is preferred but two sentences is okay. You typically want to make the reader aware of your employment interests. The section must tell the employer something about you and your professional interests.

For example: "To obtain an internship starting summer 200x in the BLANK field."

If you have a specific desire and/or interest, include them. For example:

"To obtain an internship in the greater New York area beginning summer 200x in databaes management."

Stay away from objectives that use flowery words but really do not tell the employers anything such as:

"To gain valuable career related work experience with a progressive company that will best utilize my skills."

Make sure you proofread your resume. Adequately check and double check your resume for spellign and other errors.

Include your GPA. If your GPA is low, it might be better to leave it off... but companies will realize this tactic so it is best to put it on even if it is somewhat lower than you would like. If your major GPA is higher than your overall... put that.

Include sections for awards, achievements, hobbies, computer experience or any extra information you think that will help you land a job. Omit awards and whatnot that are old or unrelated to the job UNLESS you think it is very prestigious and might help you land a job.

Do not give a prospective employer any reason to reject your resume. In other words, MAKE IT PERFECT in every way. A resume is the employer's first impression of you. Don't let it be the last.

Give an employer every reason to select your resume. Be yourself. This is no time to be modest... spend time to think of all the responsibilities you had in previous work activities, volunteer experience, and academic endeavors. Present the best representation possible and SELL it in the interview.

Here are some qualities you want to portray:

Honesty and Integrity, ability to get things done, technical ability, common sense, interpersonal skills, maturity, decision making abilities, leadership skills, motivational abilities, dependability, desire to accept responsibility, enthusiams, problem solving skills, professional behavior, self confidence, ambition, flexibility to change, and perseverance.

Finally, try to make it one page... especially if you are a college graduate. Try to omit older information from High School. Any junior, senior or graduate should have enough information to not refer to High School.

Make sure its firm white paper also!

Good Luck!

Answer 3

First and foremost.... check your spelling, be sure to use proper English grammar and punctuation, and proofread. A good method of proofreading is to review it from right to left as opposed to our usual reading and writing of left to right. Then, after you've corrected mistakes, proofread again! Omit the negative ("...no US experience...").

On your resume, rearrange your responsibilities list for each job you've had, in accordance with the responsibilities of the prospective job, e.g. put your administrative functions first on the list for each job you've had if you are seeking an admin job, put your analysis responsibilities first if you are seeking any type of analyst job, etc.

Your objective should summarize why you are seeking a job with that company. Limit it to 2 sentences and use atypical, eye-catching adjectives.

Hope that helps. Best wishes in your search!

Answer 4

Your objective is what you want to do, like 'seeking a position as an administrative assistant'.
The work you have done is under experience or work history.

Answer 5

this works for me, i have a awarding winning resume.

OBJECTIVE:
Seeking a position offering an opportunity and environment with challenge, learning opportunity and advancement potential.