Entering Business Aviation Crafting a Resume
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Entering Business Aviation: Crafting a Standout Resume
Writing a resume can be one of the most daunting tasks in a job search. It's a crucial tool that can open doors for you?"or close them if not done well. In the aviation industry, especially business aviation, your resume needs specific elements to help you stand out and secure an interview.
Key Elements of a Resume
There's no one-size-fits-all resume, but you'll want yours to be a focused, one-page document?"ideal for a private flight attendant role.
Top Section Essentials
- Name- Complete Address: Include house/apartment number, street, city, state, zip, and country if applying internationally.
- Phone Numbers: Home and cell or fax.
- Email Address
Present this information centered on white or off-white paper, avoiding flashy fonts or colors. Business aviation is conservative, and flamboyance may work against you.
Objective Statement
The inclusion of an objective is debated. If you add one, ensure it’s a strong, clear statement highlighting your strengths and how you can add value to the employer. Use concise language and focus on what you bring to the company, not what you want from it.
Work History
Limit your history to the past ten years, emphasizing your skills and achievements. This is a summary?"not a detailed job history. The goal is to get the interview where you can elaborate further. Be cautious about age discrimination?"it's sometimes better to avoid revealing your age.
Training and Education
List any completed training such as FACTS, Alteon, or FlightSafety. Detail locations, dates, and a brief description, like "emergency egress training, medical procedures, food safety." Title this section "Education" to include any college degrees or additional relevant training.
References
Don’t include references on your resume. Instead, state "References available upon request." Have at least three ready and inform them beforehand.
Additional Sections
- Hobbies: Reserve this for the interview unless it directly relates to the job.
- Personal Information: Avoid including marital status, age, height, or weight unless applying internationally, where requirements may differ.
Tips from University at Buffalo School of Management
Do:
- Keep your resume to one page.- Use appropriate margins (1/2 to 1 inch).
- Highlight skills with positive action verbs.
- Use the present tense for current roles and past tense for previous ones.
- Place important items prominently.
- Proofread for accuracy and errors.
- Be honest and positive.
Do Not:
- Avoid writing "RESUME" at the top.- Don't use "I," "Me," or abbreviations.
- Leave out advertisements or salary requirements.
- Don't omit volunteer work that shows relevant skills.
- Never provide false information.
Having others review your resume can be invaluable. Be open to feedback and adjustments. Remember, while there's no perfect resume template, yours should clearly demonstrate what you can offer to the company.
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