Details

Seats: 10

Language: English

Length: 90 minutes

Overview

This hands-on workshop is designed to help participants develop a professional and compelling resume from the ground up, tailored to meet the expectations of U.S. employers. Whether you are creating a resume for the first time or adapting your international experience to a new job market, this class provides the tools and strategies needed to highlight your skills, accomplishments, and qualifications effectively. By focusing on aligning resumes with job requirements, participants will learn to position themselves as strong candidates for open positions in a competitive job market.

What You'll Learn

1. How to create a resume from scratch, tailored to specific job opportunities
2. Strategies for adapting international work experience to align with U.S. workforce requirements
3. Techniques to highlight key skills, achievements, and qualifications to stand out as a candidate
4. The importance of customizing resumes to reflect job descriptions and employer needs
5. Tips for professional formatting, effective word choices, and ensuring clarity and relevance

Instructor Profile

Languages Spoken: English, Spanish

Countries Lived In: Mexico, United States

With a strong background as a Bilingual Manager Assistant in a Cultural Institution and Immigrant Facilitator in non-profit organizations, I bring over three years of hands-on experience crafting impactful resumes that open doors to new opportunities. My professional journey includes extensive work with immigrants, conducting interviews, tutoring, and mentoring, which has deepened my expertise and passion for helping others effectively present their skills. Having lived in Mexico and the U.S., I offer a global perspective that enhances my teaching approach; my fluency in English and Spanish allows me to connect with diverse communities. 

Teaching this class is deeply personal to me. My experience navigating the U.S. job market as an immigrant inspired me to help others overcome similar challenges. I am dedicated to empowering students with practical strategies to adapt their international resumes to meet the expectations of the U.S. workforce and achieve their career goals.