Workplace Writing

What do you know about writing done in the workplace? What kinds of writing do you expect that you might have to do for your job?

One scenario:

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--would you send Pat Chalmers an email with this information, an email with attachments, or a printed memo? why?

Employment Project

In a brief, professional email message to me, discuss your prior knowledge of job application materials. Be sure to address what you already know about resumes, cover letters, and other job application materials, as well as what kinds of rules you have to follow in writing these documents.

Employment Project Resources

"Resources for Job Seekers" and Job banks (scroll down) in PWO.

Purdue job resources

• Professional Writing Employment Resources
• Purdue Center for Career Services

Hicks Undergraduate Library

• Career planning
• Company information
• Resumes and interviewing
• Quality of living

Sample disciplinary sites

• School of Liberal Arts Career Services
• Animal Sciences Career Services