5: APPLICATIONS, REFERENCES & PORTFOLIOS
HOW TO ATTACH A RESUME TO AN ONLINE APPLICATION Some online applications require you to electronically attach your resume and will specify the format — such as Word or PDF. If you don’t have a computer, buy a USB flash drive and save a copy of your resume (in each format) on it so you can access an electronic copy of your resume when you have access to a computer. Another option is using the free online or “cloud-based” services that are included in having a Google or Microsoft account, then you can access your documents whenever you are online. You may need to download your resume file and save it as a Word doc or some other format in order to attach it to an email or upload to an online application site. If you need to attach your resume file to an email, start by locating the insert drop down menu item or paper clip icon on the toolbar of an open email. You will then need to browse to find your resume file. When you locate your resume file, select “ok” or “insert. It’s common for online applications to prompt you to upload your resume. Usually, the online application site will provide an upload button. When you select upload, you will likely get an option to browse your files and select the file(s) to upload. Typically, you will be able to view an indication that your file has been uploaded, along with the file name of the file you uploaded. If you’re struggling, look for a help button and type in “attachments” for step-by-step instructions on how to attach or upload a file. One last tip: be purposeful and consistent in naming your attachments. For example, a file name such as Resume – John Smith looks more professional and will be more helpful to the employer reviewing multiple files than a more generic file name such as Document 1.
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