As we discussed, the aviation industry is unique, and therefore an aviation resume will be different than almost, if not all, other industries. Recognizing your transferable skills will help you build a more marketable resume. When employers are looking at resumes they are looking at your past skills to ‘predict’ your chance of success in the role you are applying for.
For this assignment, we are going to look at three things.
- Skills that will be necessary for your chosen profession.
- Transferable skills based on previous/current jobs, class projects, extra circular activities, or personal experiences.
- Collaborate to build ‘aviation specific’ skills (i.e. proficient in G1000, familiar with Federal Aviation Regulations).
To complete this assignment:
Review the instructions on the worksheet. You may complete all three parts on the worksheet or by submitting your document
"Transferable Skills." UC Davis Internship and Career Center, April 2020, retrieved from:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QwzGD-g-tvQ
Pilot Careers. The Future of Our Skies." Royal Aeronautical Society, June 2020, retrieved from:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_SCCmO6gEVE
Career Exploration - Transferable Skills - Google Docs Career Exploration - Transferable Skills As we discussed, the aviation industry is unique, and therefore an aviation resume will be different than almost, if not all, other industries. Recognizing your transferable skills will help you build a more marketable resume. When employers are looking at resumes they are looking at your past skills to ‘predict’ your chance of success in the role you are applying for. For this assignment, we are going to look at three things. 1. Skills that will be necessary for your chosen profession. 2. Transferable skills based on previous/current jobs, class projects, extra circular activities, or personal experiences. 3. Collaborate to build ‘aviation specific’ skills (i.e. proficient in G1000, familiar with Federal Aviation Regulations). Part One: Dream Career Skills For this part, you will be researching your ‘dream career’ to identify 10-15 skills required to do the job effectively. You can use this website https://www.avjobs.com/careers/ or a website of your choice, if using a different website, you must cite which website you used . 1. ________________________________________________ 2. ________________________________________________ 3. ________________________________________________ 4. ________________________________________________ 5. ________________________________________________ 6. ________________________________________________ 7. ________________________________________________ 8. ________________________________________________ 9. ________________________________________________ 10. ________________________________________________ 11. ________________________________________________ 12. ________________________________________________ 13. ________________________________________________ 14. ________________________________________________ 15. ________________________________________________ San Jose State University Aviaton & Technology Department 2024 Page 1 Career Exploration - Transferable Skills Part Two: Transferable Skills [Adapted from: Transferable Skills Checklist. Flordia State University Career Center, Tallahassee, FL] Based on a survey of employers, the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) has identified the eight most desirable competencies essential for new graduates. While this list does not contain every skill, it may help you identify some relevant talents you didn’t know you had, and I have left blank space for you to add anything you think is relevant. For this part, mark/list the skills you have identified you already possess with a check.. You’ll receive extra credit for identifying skills (by circling) you want to develop that would be needed for your dream career. Critical Thinking/Problem Solving ● Analyze information ● Create ideas ● Find alternative options/solutions ● Identify problems ● Observe details ● Plan strategies ● Predict outcomes ● Anticipate problems ● Conceptualize cases/situations ● Detect themes/patterns ● Discover resources ● Formulate questions ● Gather information ● Set goals ● __________________________ ● __________________________ ● __________________________ Oral/Written Communication ● Express ideas ● Listen attentively ● Perceive nonverbal cues ● Persuade others ● Provide feedback ● Write clearly ● Public speaking ● Convey positivity ● Describe feelings ● Edit documents ● Facilitate discussion ● Interview clients ● Report information ● Receive feedback ● __________________________ ● __________________________ ● __________________________ Teamwork/Collaboration ● Give advice ● Display patience/sensitivity ● Convey feelings ● Develop rapport ● Interact sociably ● Listen effectively San Jose State University Aviaton & Technology Department 2024 Page 2 Career Exploration - Transferable Skills ● Persuade others ● Provide support ● Appreciate diversity ● Counsel/empower others ● Demonstrate emotional ● intelligence ● Help/cooperate ● Motivate ● Perceive feelings/group dynamics ● Share credit/recognize efforts ● Teach/instruct others ● __________________________ ● __________________________ ● __________________________ Digital Technology ● Connect networks/network administration ● Conduct online research ● Develop software ● Evaluate products ● Install hardware/software ● Troubleshoot problems ● Understand customers’ concerns ● Use statistical tools ● Design/manage websites ● Explain technical processes ● Facilitate video conferences/discussions ● Learn new technologies ● Operate audio/visual technology ● Program/code Repair technology ● Write technical/instructional manuals ● __________________________ ● __________________________ ● __________________________ Leadership ● Delegate responsibility ● Manage groups ● Motivate people ● Promote change/take risks ● Reduce conflict ● Own/acknowledge responsibility ● Teach colleagues/followers ● Analyze tasks ● Conduct meetings ● Develop goals ● Give praise and feedback ● Identify talents ● Negotiate agreements ● Prioritize tasks ● __________________________ ● __________________________ ● __________________________ Professionalism/Work Ethic ● Arrive on-time/punctuality ● Recognize accountability to self/others ● Appreciate teamwork ● Follow dress code(s) ● Improve/maintain organization’s reputation ● Represent agencies properly ● Meet deadlines/due dates ● Adhere to company policy San Jose State University Aviaton & Technology Department 2024 Page 3 Career Exploration - Transferable Skills ● Consider others’ thoughts/feelings ● Evaluate personal performance ● Exercise patience/defer gratification ● Make ethical decisions ● Model integrity ● Welcome/assist new colleagues ● __________________________ ● __________________________ ● __________________________ Career Management ● Advocate for oneself ● Articulate skills & strengths ● Continue professional development ● Explore occupational information ● Prioritize personal growth ● Research labor/market trends ● Update résumé/cover letter ● Assess readiness for promotion ● Cope with setbacks/rejection ● Initiate informational interviews ● Make informed decisions ● Network/build connections ● Practice interview skills ● Prepare for career transition(s) ● __________________________ ● __________________________ ● __________________________ Global/Intercultural Fluency ● Ask clarifying questions ● Confront prejudice/discrimination ● Convey authenticity ● Examine assumptions ● Correct misunderstandings ● Respect individuality ● Study other cultures ● Acknowledge context/history ● Display inclusivity & safety ● Engage in self-reflection ● Navigate cultural norms tactfully ● Recognize power/influence disparities ● Speak another language(s) ● Self-disclose considerately ● __________________________ ● __________________________ ● __________________________ San Jose State University Aviaton & Technology Department 2024 Page 4 Career Exploration - Transferable Skills Part Three: Aviation Specfic Skill Set This above list, of course, does not include things that might be specific to aviation. For this part, identify 5-10 skills specific to the field of aviation. 1. ________________________________________________ 2. ________________________________________________ 3. ________________________________________________ 4. ________________________________________________ 5. ________________________________________________ 6. ________________________________________________ 7. ________________________________________________ 8. ________________________________________________ 9. ________________________________________________ 10. ________________________________________________ 11. ________________________________________________ 12. ________________________________________________ 13. ________________________________________________ 14. ________________________________________________ 15. ________________________________________________ San Jose State University Aviaton & Technology Department 2024 Page 5