The Graduates CV for the Space Industry
To successfully sell yourself to a prospective space
engineering or aerospace engineering employer, as a graduate, you
need to show him your strengths and minimise your weaker points.
The way to do this successfully is to emphasise on your studies and
the relevant experience you have.
At this stage of your career
in space, it is probable that your recent graduate studies are your
biggest selling point and therefore they need to be at the forefront
of the CV, The CV should be formatted in a way so that straight
after your personal details and the career statement, your education
is listed.
The order in which you list
your subjects is very important. Subjects that are relevant to
the space career or aerospace career you are applying for should be
listed first, highlight any special marks or achievements in each
subject. Thesis and papers written should also be mentioned
just as you would with any achievements.
The CV should also mention
any work experience (paid or not paid) that you have. Start
by listing the most relevant work first and work your way through
others. Even if your work history is not related to Space or Aerospace Engineering, mention these as well.
Employers like to know what
you are capable of, and even if you were paying your way through
College by working in you're local supermarket, the fact that you
held a responsible position and have some skills becomes relevant.
The key here is to try and turn your skills around and demonstrate
how they are valuable to the new job. Don't expect the employer
to see the relevance here, it is up to you to highlight them.
For example let's say you
worked at the local video store, not very relevant to Space and
Aerospace Engineering right? Wrong, it is how you present the
information that makes all the difference.
Mentioning things like
"customer service", "inventory control", "working
under stressful conditions" or even "maintaining accurate
records" can take on a new meaning when applied to the Aerospace
Engineering profession.
What you want to achieve
with this graduate CV style, is to demonstrate that you have the
qualifications, some relevant experience and most importantly the
right attitude.
Throughout the CV you should
be displaying an eagerness to learn and a high degree of motivation.
This is what a prospective Space employer will be looking for.
Someone that is willing to learn, study further and adapt easily.
When applying for a
position, ensure you have a good application letter, written
specifically for the position and highlighting your qualification and
most importantly the right attitude. The same applies with the
interview ,
you need to demonstrate these skills and an enthusiastic attitude,
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