GLC 2O1 Name: _______________________________

UNIT 2 ASSIGNMENT – APPLY FOR A SUMMER JOB

Using the Standard Cover Letter, Resume and References formats prepare an application
package (3 pages with the same formatting) for one of the following summer job experiences. If
you want to create a resume and cover letter for a real job, you may also do that but I will be
looking for you to tailor your resume for that specific position.

Job Postings:

#302 Camp Counsellor

Description: Full time summer position
● Supervision of children ages 5-9 in the Muskoka lakes area
Apply to: Camp Bigtree
P.O. Box 123
Long Lake, Ontario L0E 1K4
Attention: Ms. Sunshine, Hiring Supervisor

#458 Cashier, Store Clerk

Description: Full time summer, part time in the school year
● Flexible hours, money handling experience an asset
Apply to: Shoppers R. Us
112 Cash Drive
Near You, Ontario L1N 6A4
Attention: Store Manager

#648 Lawn Care Person

Description: Cutting, trimming, raking and general upkeep of customers lawns. Hours depend
on customer demand.
Apply to: Joe’s Lawncare
456 Greenlush Avenue
Oshawa, Ontario L1G 4G2
Call Joe for an Interview.
905-571-5555

Please make sure you have all three parts submitted (Cover letter, Resume and a reference
sheet. I have included examples and templates for all three below to use if you wish.)
GLC 2O1 Name: _______________________________

UNIT 2 ASSIGNMENT – APPLY FOR A SUMMER JOB

Marking Scheme: Resume

Content:
Cover Letter o Name, prominent
o Contact information
/1 Your address, Date, Company Address o Objective
/1 Salutation o Work/volunteer experience
/1 At least 3 paragraphs o Education
/3 Intro Paragraph o Additional sections (Skills, achievements,
/3 Second Paragraph hobbies)
/3 Closing Paragraph o References available upon request is noted
/1 Complimentary Closing and Your Name at the bottom of the resume
/1 Signed in ink o Professional tone and content
/1 Mention of Enclosure (resume attached)
/1 Professional in tone and content /10
/1 Error free
/1 Neat and balanced on the page References sheet (separate sheet):
/1 Left Aligned (Full Block)
/1 Spacing o Word processed
o Name, prominent
/20 o Separate sheet from resume and cover
Resume
letter
Organization:
o Contact information
o Word processed
o Same heading as the resume
o 1 to 2 pages
o Title (References)
o Spelling and grammar
o Reference 1 – Contact name, position,
o Correct tenses used
company, phone number
o No use of “I”
o Reference 2 – Contact name, position,
o Material organized by category
company, phone number
o Visually pleasing o Reference 3– Contact name, position,
o Easy to read company, phone number
o By declining dates o Error free
o Neat and balanced on the page o Visually pleasing
o Appropriate use of bold, italics, etc.
/10 /10

Comments:

o All Cover Letters, Resumes and References Pages need to be corrected, updated and reprinted
so that a ‘clean’ copy is in your Career Portfolio for copying
 Cover Letter Outline
Instructions: Create a cover letter to attach to your resume based on the company information you
acquired from the business you chose. Ensure you follow the format discussed in class, and stated
below.

Your Name
Address
City, Province
Postal Code

Date

Company Name
Address
City, Province
Postal Code

Dear: _____________________________

Re:

Paragraph 1: State the job for which you are applying and how you learned about the position.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________
Paragraph 2: Explain why the person should want you as an employee (how you can benefit the
employer). Refer to your resume. Identify relevant previous work/volunteer/extra- curricular
experiences and highlight the major qualifications/skills you have developed through participation in
these activities; also include why you want to work there.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________
Paragraph 3: Express your enthusiasm and appreciation for the person’s attention to your application,
and request a personal interview.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Sincerely,

(sign in ink here)

Type your Name here
Enclosure

1Name: ______________________________
Address: ____________________________
____________________________
Telephone # : ________________________
E-mail: _____________________________

OBJECTIVE: ______________________________________________

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

* *
* *
* *
EDUCATION
_________________________ ____________ _________
School Name Current Grade Month, Year
Elective Courses:______________________________________________________

WORK/VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
____________________ ____________________ _________
(job title) (employer) Month, Year
(duties) - _________________________________________________
- _________________________________________________

_________________ ____________________ __________

(job title) (employer) Month, Year
(duties) - _________________________________________________
- _________________________________________________

AWARDS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS

● ________________________ ____________
(Accomplishment) (Date earned)
● ________________________ ____________
(Accomplishment) (Date earned)
● ________________________ ____________
(Accomplishment) (Date earned)

EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

___________________________ ______________
(Activity) (Dates of Involvement)
 ___________________________ ______________

HOBBIES/INTERESTS:
*
References Available Upon Request

“Objective” examples:

● To obtain a position as an editorial assistant in book publishing.

● To obtain a position with a wholesale, storage or warehousing organization
that would involve the supervision of worker activities.
● Seeking a position as a supermarket cashier.

“Highlights of Qualifications” examples:

* Ability to help customers in a professional, concerned manner.
* Motivated to learn and grow in responsibility and business skills.
* Reputation for dependability and credibility.
* Take pride in doing a good job.
* Mature, reliable and able to work without supervision.
* Sincerely enjoy helping people.
* Excellent telephone communication skills.
* Friendly, courteous and articulate.
* Well-organized, creative and resourceful in solving problems.
* Detail oriented with a high degree of accuracy.
* Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
 Street Address:___________________________________
City: __________________ Province:______Postal Code: ___________
Phone # & area code:__________________Email: _______________________

REFERENCES

Name: _____________________________
Position: ___________________________
Employer: __________________________
Contact Number: _____________________

Name: _____________________________
Position: ___________________________
Employer: __________________________
Contact Number: _____________________

Name: _____________________________
Position: ___________________________
Employer: __________________________
Contact Number: _____________________
 RESUME CHECKLIST
Name: ________________________________

Instructions: Read the items below and check ONLY those that apply to your resume. In the third
column make at least three (3) suggestions of ways to improve your resume.

ITEM CHECK SUGGESTIONS FOR

IF YES IMPROVEMENTS

Is the heading information accurately

displayed?

Is your name at the top of the page the

largest font on the resume? Is it bolded?

Have all sub titles been bolded and is their

font size larger than the remaining
information on the resume?

Is your e-mail address included and

appropriate for business?

Are all headings covered and is the

necessary information included?

Is the layout neat. Has white space been left

between headings?

Is the language in the resume clear &

concise? Minimum use of words.

The word “I” has NOT been used.

Do the sentences begin with action words?

Do my skills truly reflect my personal

attributes?

Is there adequate work/volunteer

experience?

In the work/volunteer section, are the duties

which I performed outlined?

Under education, do I provide more

information than simply the school I attend?

Do my hobbies/interests look appropriate to

a potential employer?

Is the resume free of spelling and

grammatical errors?