2012 RESUME BOOK WORKSHOP

If you are a Nicholas School MEM/MF, DEL or PhD student and you will graduate

December 2011May 2012

August 2012

you are eligible to be in the 2012 Resume Book.

Karen Kirchof, Assistant DeanThelma Jernigan, Staff AssistantOffice of Career Services

PRESENTED BY

Things not to do…

Do not make ANY formatting changes•Creates formatting chaos for Thelma•Dated language and experiences

Do not copy and paste - Refresh/renew your resume•Connect career-relevant skills, capabilities, & accomplishments to career interests & goals•Focus on “how you performed” tasks & duties, not description of tasks

Points to Remember

•All MEM/MF/joint degree resumes are one page

•PhD and DEL resumes are two pages

•Resumes must be typed in Microsoft Word usingCentury Schoolbook font (10)

•Alternative font – Times New Roman 11

Let’s begin…•Open your resume format

Highlight NAME and type in your nameExample - THELMA E. JERNIGAN

•“Save as” - Program area_Lastname.doc(e.g., DEL_Jernigan.doc)

•To assist with formatting questions during workshop, please display format symbols

•click paragraph symbol(¶) OR•press Ctrl Shift *

Address Format

Highlight CURRENT ADDRESS and type in the first line of your street address, formatting will

automatically center.

1704 Carnation DriveDurham, NC 27703

(919) 957-2631tejernig@duke.edu

Career Interests

Beginning two spaces after colon at end of Career Interests: type in your text (automatically centers)--2 line maximum; separated by semi-colons•Begin with largest career field/interest to more specialized skill or issue•Maximize options ~ don’t be too narrow•All career interests should link to training, experience, or service described in resume

Career interests: Environmental, human, and public health with particular focus on water and energy; international development.

Education SectionEDUCATION MASTER OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT, May 2012 Duke Environmental Leadership Program (DEL) Nicholas School of the Environment Duke University, Durham, NC Master’s project: The effect of hypoxia on economic rents from shrimp fishing in the Gulf of Mexico. Concentration: Economics and policy; Business and the environment. Coursework: Environmental policy analysis; water resources; social science surveys; statistical analysis. Leadership roles: Secretary of Duke University Greening Initiative, 2009-2010; Environmental Science and Policy Teaching Assistant, 2010. Honors: Mexican Science and Technology Council Fellowship, Mexican Secretary of Pubic Education Scholarship.

Text highlighted in PURPLE is the only required information.

Concurrent Degrees MASTER OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT, May 2012 Nicholas School of the Environment Duke University, Durham, NC MASTER OF PUBLIC POLICY, May 2012 Sanford School of Public Policy

MASTER OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT, May 2012 MASTER OF FORESTRY, SAF Accredited, May 2012 Nicholas School of the Environment Duke University, Durham, NC

Certificate MASTER OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT, May 2012 Nicholas School of the Environment Duke University, Durham, NC CERTIFICATE OF GEOSPATIAL ANALYSIS, May 2012

Post-graduate Study

MASTER OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT, May 2012 Nicholas School of the Environment Duke University, Durham, NC Master's project:

POST-GRADUATE STUDY, Summer 2009 University of Havana’s Marine Research Center, Havana, Cuba Completed 18 graduate level units in Marine Biology.

Undergraduate Degree BACHELOR OF SCIENCE, cum laude, May 2009 University of Wyoming, Laramie, WY Majors: Economics; Environment and natural resources. GPA 3.8 of 4.0. Minors: Statistics; Professional writing. Honors: Voted “Best Economics Senior,” 2008-2009 academic year. Senior thesis: Comparison of Reef Management in three Marine Reserves (Belize). Study abroad: Independent study of sacred rivers and water conservation in Rajasthan, Northern India, Fall 2006.

Text highlighted in PURPLE is the only required information.

Professional Experience

•Go from “smallest” to “largest” entity•Job title (bold)•Division•Region•Organization•Location

Examples:EPA NNEMS Fellow, Air Benefit and Cost Group, US EPA, Durham, NC Sea Turtle Research Associate, Project Global, Center for Marine Conservation, Duke University, Beaufort, NC

Professional Experience One organization - one position

PROFESSIONAL Marine Debris Consultant, OceanEXPERIENCE Conservancy, Beaufort, NC Holistically examined Great Pacific Garbage patch from a “total ecology” perspective. Synthesized biophysical, human, and institutional aspects. Reviewed feasibility and impacts of cleanup. Gave recommendations on management and governance. Summer 2010

Professional Experience One organization, one job, many roles

Professional Jr. Environmental Engineer, SENES, Consultants,Experience New Delhi, India International projects, energy and environment: Developed energy model to calculate emission factor for electricity sector of Mexico for a landfill gas to energy CDM project and assisted in PDD development, Mexico. India projects, energy and environment: Prepared waste to energy conceptualization report for a city based on site analysis detailing its energy potential. Municipal and hazardous waste management: Conducted design modeling and cost analysis (BOQA) for 5 engineered municipal waste landfills for 5 different cities and developed conceptualization report detailing suitable design. 2008-2009

Professional Experience One organization, different positions

Jacobs Engineering Group, Houston, TX Environmental Consultant. Received recognition for meticulousness of final deliverables on regulatory compliance, equipment purchasing, and emission inventories to domestic and international clients: Exxon- Mobil, Shell, Chevron, BP, GE, and Petro-Canada. 2008-2009 Process Engineer. Executed comprehensive engineering projects for Valero Refining Company, Motiva Enterprises, and a La Rabida Refinery. Performed pressure/vacuum vent, pump loop and hydraulic calculations. 2006-2008

Using Your MP/Dissertation as Professional ExperienceEnergy Research Assistant, Duke University, Durham, NC Conducted an economic analysis of the US biodiesel market using multiple quantitative methods including supply curve analysis, breakeven analysis, and regression analysis. September 2009-May 2010

Format for Publications SectionPublications Kirchof, K. G. 2006. Mechanisms controlling decomposition in converted freshwater wetlands. Journal of Environmental Equality 10:25-30.

Presentations Developing public understanding and support. A strategy for involving citizens in policy for the Great Lakes. Presented at workshop at the International Joint Commission, Montreal, Canada, June 8, 2010.

SEE HANDOUT FOR ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS ON PUBLICATIONS

Other Experience (optional)w/o descriptions

OTHER Vision Plan Committee, Austin-Bastrop River Corridor EXPERIENCE Partnership, TX, 2004-2009 Environmental Education Volunteer, Peace Corps, Camargo, Bolivia, 1999-2000

with descriptions Life Cycle Assessment Researcher, Duke University Performed a comparative input-output life-cycle assessment of petroleum diesel and soybean-based diesel for a marine research vessel. Spring 2010

using class projects Social Science Surveys Team Consultant, Duke University Team developed and implemented survey for Nicholas Institute for Environmental Policy Solutions on state officials’ perception on wateruse in NC. Spring 2010

Additional Information (optional)ADDITIONAL Skilled in STATA statistical software, ArcGIS, andINFORMATION EUTROMOD water quality model. Experience writing policy memos, white papers and statistical data analyses. Proficient in spoken and written Spanish. Knowledge of major federal statutes and agency regulations including NEPA, CAA, CWA, ESA, RCRA, and CERCLA. Working knowledge of complexities of water regulation and state regulatory water agencies. Favorite pastimes include cooking, bicycling, hiking and bocce. Volunteer, Pancreatic Cancer Action Network. Member, American Planning Association: North Carolina chapter.

Additional Information (optional) - Professional Summary of Qualifications, Personal Competencies and Attributes

Problem solving - • Think critically and provide practical solutions based on thorough

analysis in the face of real-time issuesManaging relationships -

• Provide courteous and responsive support, while adhering to legal requirements and Foundation policy

Project management and quality of deliverables - • Deliver high quality products in a timely and efficient manner• Mobilize resources to develop and implement work plan to achieve goals• Bring and incorporate the best current thinking to critical X, Y, Z issues• Maintain awareness of current standards and processes (research ,

regulatory, etc.)• Share relevant information in a timely, structured and synthesized

manner to different target audiences• Contribute to the team (includes administrative skills, coaching,

managerial / leadership skills)Demonstrating Integrity and Fairness -

• Serve as a role model to others and act in accordance with employers values

• Foster a work environment that promotes the highest levels of integrity and honesty; able to work through and resolve complex ethical issues

Additional Information (optional) Professional Skills Summary #1

ADDITIONAL Knowledge of economics modeling and analysisINFORMATION techniques and applications to ecosystems valuation and planning. Skill in the use of ArcGIS and other spatial analysis software. Ability to coordinate effective work processes with inter-disciplinary groups. Ability to conduct research in economics and prepare interpretive reports as applied to fishery and marine resource issues. Ability to make technical presentations in public. Knowledge of fisheries or natural resource management-related issues and concerns. Experience with statistical software and the analysis of large datasets through tools such as SQL, SAS, STATA or others. Statutory knowledge: Magnuson-Stevens Act, National Environmental Policy Act, Regulatory Flexibility Act and other applicable laws.

Additional Information (optional) Professional Skills Summary #2

ADDITIONAL Adept at use of social and economic indicatorsINFORMATION and indices, preferably in relationship to natural resource management issues. Basic knowledge of GIS. Knowledge of survey methodology and sample design. Knowledge and skill with enterprise budgets and financial accounting. Broad knowledge of economic theory and research methods, applied to analyze fishery and marine resource issues. Strong communication skills and evidence of ability to prepare interpretive reports and make presentations.

Formatting tips…

•When using bold or italics DO NOT format punctuation following the text

•2 spaces after a period or colon

•1 space after commas or semi-colons

•Most words should be spelled out (street, department)•Exceptions:

•2 letter abbreviation for names of states (NC, CA)•US in front of federal agencies (US EPA)•Standard recognized agencies/organizations (NOAA, FEMA, URS Consulting)•Standard environmental regulations (RCRA, NEPA, CERCLA)

Formatting tips…•Major headings are typed in BOLD-ALL CAPS (i.e., EDUCATION).•Two full line spaces between name and address.•One full line space between each major heading (Education, Professional Experience, etc.).•One full line space or half-spacing (depending on need) between entries within major heading.

??? Need additional space – special trick to be used ONLY between entries within a major heading !!!

To replace full line space with half line space…•place cursor in front of paragraph (¶) symbol•Right click on Paragraph•Line spacing = Exactly•At = 6 pt.

Important Dates and DeadlinesFriday, September 30 – Resumes due today. Email resume to Thelma (tejernig@duke.edu). Email subject: Del ResumeFriday, October7 – Resumes returned to students for editing/corrections/revisionsOctober 7-21 – Complete revisions to resumeFriday, October 21 – Email final copy of resume to Thelma (tejernig@duke.edu). Email subject: DEL ResumeOctober 21-25 – Students proofread final resume as it will appear in resume book and onlineWednesday, October 26 – Email final resume and signed release form to Career ServicesDecember – Resume Book printed and distributed to over 900 organizations and posted online