
Wildcat CC - Mentor - Resume/Cover
2023-2024

The Massachusetts Work-Based Learning Plan (WBLP) is designed to provide structure and depth to work-based learning experiences; to identify the skills to be focused on in the work experience; to open conversations about learning opportunities; to provide a structured approach to skill assessment; and to encourage reflection about short-term and long-term goals. The Work-Based Learning Plan includes a job description, list of skills, and reviews.
Massachusetts Work-Based Learning Plan Resource Guide
This is a great document to learn about skills and employer expectations.
Mentorships
NOTE: This section is currently under construction and will be available in the near future!
Volunteers have offered to assist with various topics to ensure your success.
You are encouraged to reach out to them for assistance!
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Resume
(References page on page 2)
- (make a copy of template and rename and edit with your information)
- Make sure to set share settings to: Anyone with a Link
Resume and Cover Letter Mentors
Building Pathways South
Building Pathways Union Pre-Apprenticeship
Seeking qualified people who want to jump start their careers as skilled building trades men and women. Offering a FREE 200+ Hour Career Exploration Program.
TO APPLY, YOU MUST ATTEND A VIRTUAL INFORMATION SESSION
Requirements:
- Be a resident of Middlesex, Norfolk or Suffolk counties
- 18 years +
- High School Diploma or GED/Hi-Set
- Driver's License
- COVID Vaccinated
- Physically able to work in construction
- Drug Free
Questions? Contact: Alicia Lewis at 617-804-6850 or Azell Martin at 617-988-4091
CMSC Parker Professional Driving School
Melissa Ford
21 Parker Drive, Avon, MA 02322
Email: cdlinfo@parkercdl.com
508-583-1906
Ages 18+ for Intrastate / 21+ for Interstate
Transportation
Parker Professional Driving School is the driving force in CDL training, with locations
in Avon & West Boylston, Massachusetts. We have been training CDL drivers since 1996.
Parker offers training courses for Class A tractor-trailer & Class B Truck.
Click Here for More Information
MassHire Training Funding Available to Eligible Participants
* Offers Employment Assistance and Training / Educational Opportunities
** Offers Resume/Cover Letter Review
Cox Engineering
Shannon O'Leary
21 Pacella Park Drive, Randolph, MA 02368
339-987-9331
https://www.coxengineering.com/
Ages 18+
Mechanical Contractor, Manufacturing, Sheet Metal, Piping, HVAC
Where The Best Are Built
* Offers Employment, Co-op Employment, Internships
** Offers Assistance with Mock Interviews, Resume and Cover Letter Review
Express Employment Professionals
Express Employment Professionals
Monica Horan
100 Grandview Road, Suite 216, Braintree, MA 02184
781-848-2324
"We help people find good jobs and businesses find good people!"
Staffing Agency
Express Employment Professionals is one of the top staffing companies in the U.S. and Canada. Every day, we help people find jobs and provide workforce solutions to businesses. Express provides a full range of employment solutions that include full-time, temporary, and part-time employment in a wide range of positions, including Professional, Light Industrial, and Office Services.
Languages Spoken: English but translations services available
Age 18+
Contact: Monica Horan at 781-848-2324 or monica.horan@expresspros.com
* Offers Employment, Trades and Internship Opportunities
Feeney Brothers
Kevin Dennis
103 Clayton Street, Dorchester, MA 02124
617-297-4078
Construction Utility Services in Gas Distribution
(Eversource and National Grid are our customers)
WE DO EVERYTHING THE FEENEY WAY.
Safety, community, integrity, and innovation are the cornerstones of our operations at Feeney Brothers. Headquartered in Dorchester, MA, we provide area utilities with comprehensive solutions for completing complex projects in urban, suburban, and rural settings. We equip our qualified workforce with state-of-the-art training and innovative tools to provide excellent service to our customers in the safest manner possible. We believe in respecting our neighbors and supporting the communities in which we work. And we treat our employees like family. That’s the Feeney way.
* Offers assistance with Resume and Cover Letter review
Institute of Real Estate Management Boston Chapter No. 4
Institute of Real Estate Management - Boston Chapter No 4
Kelley Hannon
5 Wampatuck Way, Scituate, MA 02066
617-436-7565
Property Management Organization
Ages 18+
EDUCATIONAL ORGANIZATION ETHICAL STANDARDS
* Offers Certification Program, Employment
** Offers Assistance with Employer Expectations (including Soft and Hard Skills), Learn More about the Property Management Industry
Linden Ponds / Erickson Living
Jennifer Templeton
300 Linden Ponds Way, Hingham, MA 02043
781-534-7287
Jennifer.Templeton@erickson.com
Ages 15+
Health Care and Food Facilities
We help people live better lives.
Leading the Way in Senior Living
At an Erickson Senior Living-managed community, you gain more than a rewarding lifestyle—you gain the strength and experience of a national leader in senior living and health care.
Senior Retirement Community located in Hingham MA.
Now Hiring Student Server & Dishwasher Positions
Ages: 15-1/2+
Click Here for Current Employment Opportunities
Click Here for Student Dishwasher and Student Server Positions
Click Here for Linden Ponds Student Employment FAQs
Click Here for Linden Ponds Student Employee Scholarship Information
To apply, contact: Jennifer Templeton at 781-783-8415 or jennifer.templeton@erickson.com
* Offers Employment and Co-op Employment
** Offers assistance with Dress for Success, How to Write a Professional Email, Mock Interviews, Resume & Cover Letter Review, Employer Expectations
MA Army National Guard
Massachusetts Army National Guard
SSG Thomas Emerson
508-962-4563
~ Serve the Community You Live In ~
The Massachusetts Army National Guard is a state and federal organization, which serves the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as well as the Commander in Chief. The Army National is a part time organization where you can serve the community you live in with just 1 weekend per month, and 1 two-week training period, usually in the summer. The MA ARNG offers a 100% TUITION and FEE’s WAIVER to ALL Massachusetts State Colleges and Universities. There are many TRADE jobs to lean as well as very affordable health insurance. The age to join the Army National Guard is between 17-35, with age waivers up to 40 years old. Click the links below to learn more about the benefits of serving in the Massachusetts Army National Guard.
Trade Job Opportunities include:
Combat Engineer | Plumber | Horizontal Construction Engineer | Interior Electrician
Concrete & Asphalt Equipment Operator | Carpentry & Masonry Specialist
Aircraft Electrician | Avionic Mechanic | Information Technology Specialist
Radiologist Specialist | Healthcare Specialist | Motor Transport Operator
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic | Automated Logistical Specialist
MassHire South Shore Youth Services
Deb LaFarve
1515 Hancock Street, Quincy, MA 02169
617-745-4052
Workforce Development
MassHire South Shore Youth Services helps youth gain the skills, experience and confidence to find employment and pursue a career.
* Offers Certification Programs, Employment and Job Shadows
** Offers Resume & Cover Letter Review Assistance
McDonald Keohane Funeral Home
Francesca Raymond
809 Main Street, Weymouth, MA 02190
781-335-0045
Ages 18+
Funeral Service
In difficult times, we ensure a comfortable, effortless, and compassionate process for grieving families and their loved ones.
Schools that have an accredited program in the area for Mortuary Science/Funeral Service are:
- Cape Cod Community College (Bridgewater, MA) / https://www.capecod.edu/funeral-service/
- FINE Mortuary College (Norwood, MA) / https://fmc.edu/
- North Shore Community College (Danvers, MA) / https://www.northshore.edu/academics/programs/fns/index.html
American Board of Funeral Service Education: https://www.abfse.org/html/dir-ma.html
Massachusetts Requirements:
- Minimum of two year degree in Mortuary Science
- Complete a two year Apprenticeship with a Funeral Home
- Complete State Board
* Offers Employment and Apprenticeships
** Offers assistance with Resume and Cover Letter Review
Rockland Trust
Martina Diamond
104 Main Street, Weymouth, MA 02188
781-985-1782
https://www.rocklandtrust.com/
Human Resources: Lindsay LaFratta, Lindsay.LaFratta@rocklandtrust.com
"Where Every Relationship Matters"
Financial Literacy: Choose Learning Center Tab
* Offers Capstone Assistance, Guest Speaker, Scholarship, Training/Educational Opportunities
** Offers Assistance with Dress for Success, Resume and Cover Letter Review
South Shore STARS
Jennifer Curtis, Executive Director
Annie Hanson, Human Resources
860-841-5589
Ages 18+
Education
Stars provides comprehensive early education and youth development programs that enhance the optimal growth of children from economically and culturally diverse families, using a family support approach in collaboration with schools and other service providers.
Languages Spoken: ASL, Cantonese, Chinese, French, Haitian Creole, Mandarin, Portuguese, Spanish
* Offers Capstone Resource, CTE Partnerships, Community Service, Guest Speaker, Employment, Internships, Job Shadows and Training / Educational Opportunities
** Offers Assistance with Dress for Success, How to Write a Professional Email, Mock Interviews, Resume and Cover Letter Review and Employer Expectations
Email: jcurtis@southshorestars.org
Website: http://www.southshorestars.org/
Location: 63 Libbey Parkway, Weymouth, MA 02188
Phone: 860-841-5589
Town of Weymouth
Lisa Coyne
75 Middle Street, Weymouth, MA 02189
781-340-5010
https://www.weymouth.ma.us/human-resources
Ages 16+
Public Services
The Human Resources Department charter is to contribute to the achievement of our town government's citizen service objectives, through the effective and efficient utilization of our employees, while assisting employees in creating for themselves a satisfying and rewarding work life.
The mission is accomplished by providing managers with turnkey employment services, consultative advice, policy and procedural guidelines, and employee motivation and development tools. For all employees, the HR department provides employee advocacy, benefit issue resolution, equal employment opportunity assurance and skill enhancement training.
The department is responsible for the traditional HR functions including Recruitment and Employment, Training, EEO, Compensation, Benefits Administration, Employee and Labor Relations, Employee Communications, HRIS,Employee Records and Employee Safety.
* Offers assistance with Resume and Cover Letter Review
U.S. Army
SSG Jason Marques
Office: 617-769-2826
31 Hancock Court, Quincy, MA 02169
~ Be All You Can Be ~
"This We'll Defend"
The Army can impact your life in many ways. That’s why we offer a variety of benefits to support what’s most important to you, your family, and your future. Including:
Money & Pay: Gain financial stability, bonuses, and other perks
Education & Training: Receive money for college, certifications, and more
Health Care: Get high-quality health and wellness coverage
Family Benefits: Get support for you and your family
Becoming a Soldier doesn’t mean giving up the things you love. Not only will you have the opportunity to excel in your career, but you will also have the ability to pursue your personal interests and goals.
Unlike many jobs where you can wait years to get firsthand experience, in the Army you’re given the training and trust to jump in on day one.
Get hands-on training and knowledge
Work as a professional in your field
Get paid while you learn
With more than 200 jobs ranging from medicine to mechanics, you can choose the role that interests you the most and shape the career you want to have.
Requirements for Enlistment:
Age: Between 17-35 years old
Medical, Moral, Physical: Medically and physically fit, and in good moral standing
Citizenship: A U.S. citizen or permanent resident with a valid Green Card
Education: A high school graduate or equivalent
Test Score: A minimum score on the Army’s placement exam
Contact your local Army Recruiting Station
Quincy Recruiting Station
31 Hancock Court
Quincy, MA 02169
☎ Office: (617) 769-2826
FB: U.S. Army Quincy
Additional Resources:
https://www.goarmy.com/careers-and-jobs/career-match/quiz.html - From the GoArmy website, short quiz students can take and it will pair them with some jobs in the Army
https://www.goarmy.com/benefits/while-you-serve.html - Benefits the Army provides
- How To Make a Comprehensive Resume (With Examples) ~ Indeed Career Guide
- How To Write a Resume in 10 Steps ~ Indeed Career Guide
- How To Write a Resume Employers Will Notice ~ Indeed Career Guide
- The Best Online Resume Builder (Free) ~ Resume Builder
- Free Resume Builder ~ resume.io
- How to Make a Resume (The Right Way!) ~ Novoresume Career Blog
- How to Write a Resume (Examples & Guide) ~ myperfectresume
Cover Letter
- (make a copy of template and rename and edit with your information)
- Make sure to set share settings to: Anyone with a Link
- How to Write a Cover Letter (With Examples and Tips) ~ Indeed Career Guide
- Cover Letter Samples ~ Indeed Career Guide (includes many employment sectors)
- How to Write a Cover Letter in 2024 + Examples ~ Novoresume Career Blog
- How to Write a Cover Letter ~ Harvard Business Review
- How to Write a Cover Letter That Will Get You a Job ~ The Cut
Finding a Job | Resumes & Cover Letters | Interviewing | Pay & Salary | Career Development
Helpful Hints
PROOFREAD! PROOFREAD! PROOFREAD!
Make sure your resume is appropriate for the job you are applying for - you can use desired skills in the job posting if applicable
Use the MA Work-Based Learning Plan as a source for skills
Make sure to use soft skills (page 2)
Make sure to use hard skills (page 2)
Make sure to list all languages spoken
Highlight Digital Literacy - programs, software or concepts you are familiar with:
Data Analysis (Excel, etc.)
Coding
AI
Editing
Social Media
Power words: achieved, earned, completed or accomplished
Provide facts with numbers to showcase your success
I generated $250,000 in sales vs I worked as a cashier
I recovered $250,000 in misallocated funds vs I worked as an auditor
Research the company/organization you are applying to. Be prepared to ask questions about their company/organization at the interview. Perhaps, even ask them how long they have worked there and what is their favorite thing about the company/organization and/or their job.
References -
ALWAYS, ALWAYS, ALWAYS ask permission BEFORE you use anyone as a reference
Should not be a relative
Can be a boss or colleague
Can be a teacher, guidance counselor, coach, etc.
INITIATIVE
Employers greatly value initiative - be that person who holds doors for people, gives up their seat for an older or pregnant person, offers to help carry heavy loads, volunteers to help at company functions, etc.
Additional Pages!
Each page is a live link
Click on the links below to visit each page
Unique Needs | Apprenticeships | Co-op Employment | Internships | Job Shadows
The Importance of Social Media & Personal Branding | How to Write a Professional Email
Interviews | Employer Expectations
Effective 11.1.22, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts added textiles to the list of Waste Bans
Learn how to responsibly dispose of textiles and earn funds for WPS!
Community Relations Liaison
Weymouth Public Schools
781-335-1100, x-28331