Career Services

OCC Career Services is dedicated to ensuring our students have the best information possible upon graduating from our school. Here you will find career fair information, career workshops, networking events, and more. Career services works with employers to provide tabling opportunities, outreach via flyers with hiring opportunities, classroom presentations, and connection to our student body for potential opportunities. Contact career services for more information!

OCC Career Services works to make sure our students and alumni have the best understanding of career paths and options upon entering the workforce. Our career advisors work to direct students towards a suitable career path while earning their degrees. After graduating from Ocean County College, students will understand potential career options and where to continue their professional development.

Career Advisors can help with:

• Practice for professional presentations by performing mock interviews.
• Resume and cover letter writing.
• Finding local internship and employment opportunities.
• Effective job searching.

Career Services                                732-255-0400 x2349                           careerservices@ocean.edu

FORMATTING & APPEARANCE
Margins: 0.6” – 1” consistent on all four sides
Font Type: Times New Roman, Cambria, Garamond or other “serif” font
Font Size: Name: Bolded and slightly larger (up to size 16pt. font); Body: 11 to 12pt. font
Length: 1 page for most undergraduate resumes (depending on experience)
Reverse Chronological Order: List your most recent experience first under Education and Experience headings

COMMON CATEGORIES

IDENTIFICATION

• Name, Address, Phone Number, Email, LinkedIn URL

EDUCATION

Only include institutions that you have received a degree from

• List majors and minors
• Type of Degree (Associate of Arts), Month and Year of Graduation or Expected Graduation
• GPA: list if 3.0 or above

RELATED EXPERIENCE

Include jobs, internships, volunteer and field experiences relevant to your field of interest

WORK EXPERIENCE or OTHER EXPERIENCE

Include part-time or full-time jobs

• Incorporate specific accomplishments and skills transferable to your field of interest such as communication, time management, problem solving, administrative, etc.

SKILLS

This section can include skills that set you apart from other candidates

• Computer and/or Social Media Skills: Microsoft systems, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn
• Language Skills: Specify the language and whether or not you can speak, read and/or write it
• Certifications: CPR, AED, First Aid, ServSafe, etc., (all certifications listed should be current)

OPTIONAL HEADINGS

Related Coursework: related to your field of interest

Volunteer: campus clubs, walkathons, fundraisers, organized food or clothing drives, etc.

Professional Organizations: include organizations you belong to

Activities: campus clubs, community or campus sports and/or coaching

Honors and Awards: academic, community or athletic awards or honors

Leadership: leadership role in a club or organization; sports team captain or coach

Related Coursework: related to your field of interest

EDUCATION

Ocean County College, Toms River, NJ                                                      Expected May 2024

Associate in Science in Business Administration with Health Administration Concentration

• GPA: 3.89, Pi Beta Lambda Honor Society

RELATED COURSEWORK

Introduction to Health Administration – brief description of project or presentation
Business Law I – brief description of project or presentation
Introduction to Public Health – brief description of project or presentation

RELATED EXPERIENCE

Hackensack Meridian Health, Brick, NJ                                                    May 2018 – Present

Office Coordinator

• Schedule patients through system database and respond to any scheduling inquiries
• Process new patient paperwork through internal system
• Follow activities related to the policies and procedures

WORK EXPERIENCE

Ocean County College, Toms River, NJ                                                      January 2019 – Present

Peer Advisor

• Triage for student population in between majors and students needing career services
• Schedule appointments for students’ academic advisement
• Refer students to academic curriculum and two-year plan sheets for specific major requirements

 Novartis Pharmaceuticals, East Hanover, NJ                                              May 2017 – August 2017

Summer Analyst

• Supported and contributed to the annual budget planning process, including analysis, preparation, and consolidation of financial data
• Completed budget variance analysis and identifying key business drivers including written business performance commentary

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

Ocean County College, Student Government Association                           October 2018 – Present

Class Treasurer and Finance Committee Representative

• Regularly monitor and prepare budgets for the SGA strengthening areas in finance, internal audit, and project management

SKILLS

Computer and/or Social Media Skills: Microsoft systems, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn

Certifications: CPR – certification good through May 2024

Cover Letter PDF

Heading – Use the same heading as your resume (contact information section)

Date

Name of Person & Title
Company/Organization
Street Address
City, State, Zip Code

Dear Dr./Mr./Ms. :

Introduction: State the reason for writing. Name the specific position, or type of work for which you are applying. (Mention the resource used in finding out about the opening/company: news media, friend, faculty, if appropriate.)

Body: The body of the cover letter can be one or two paragraphs. One paragraph can be about the research you have done on the organization. In other words, explain why you are interested in working for that employer and what attracted you to this position.

The other paragraph can highlight your skills and abilities – what sets you apart from the other candidates and most importantly what your qualifications are (academic background, work experience, personal skills) that are related to the job you are seeking. Point out achievements that relate to the field and why you enjoy that work. Refer the reader to the enclosed resume and application.

Closing: Indicate your desire for an interview. Thank the employer for their time and consideration.

Sincerely,

Your Name