Instructions: Please read the list of skills below; then complete the three part assignment at the end of the list
Examples of ways that help
you build skills in school:
Communication:
< giving class presentations
< reading articles and books
< writing essays, short stories and poetry
< prepare presentations
< write clear and concise memos, letters and reports
< speak well on issues
< explain your ideas effectively
< ask for help when required
< communicate well with managers and co-workers
Teamwork:
< getting along with your friends
< working with others on projects
< be a productive team worker
< accept authority and supervision
< view co-workers as equals
< know how to be cooperative and share knowledge
< get along well with others
Time Management:
< doing homework
< meeting project deadlines
< scheduling your day
< getting to class on time
< all courses and activities
< get work done efficiently
< be prepared for meetings
< meet deadlines
< plan schedules and set goals
Problem-Solving:
< analyzing information
< understanding the problem
< defining the problem
< solving the problem
< applying the results
< think analytically and clearly about issues
< pinpoint problems
< evaluate situations
< identify risks
< make informed decisions
< find productive solutions
Organizational:
< taking notes
< following written and oral instructions
< keeping binders of information
< following a schedule
< setting priorities and goals
< keep a neat workplace
< take care of equipment and tools
< keep track of important details
< handle interruptions well
< organize activities to meet deadlines
Learning:
< asking questions
< reading information
< using the library
< researching information
< joining activities and clubs
< trying new things
< meeting new people
< think critically and act logically
< learn from on-the-job training
< upgrade skills as necessary
< learn from mistakes
< increase knowledge and productivity
PART A
For each of the learning skills listed below, give one example of how you have demonstrated this skill in a job or volunteer position, or at school, in the fairly recent past. Be specific. You may use point form to list the skills you have demonstrated.
Remember: The Key Skills are...
1) Communication 2) Teamwork 3) Time management 4)Problem-Solving
5) Organizational 6)Learning
PART B
Meet with the Co-op teacher to discuss the examples you have given and to possibly expand the list.
PART C
Write a brief letter of application. Address it to your present employer OR to the employer of a volunteer position that your are seeking in Co-op OR to a real or imaginary employer for a job that you would like but do not yet have. When you have finished, bring the letter to the Co-op teacher to discuss and, possibly, improve it.
