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CAREER PORTFOLIO
Latonya R. ClarkArea Program Specialist, Illinois SCSEP
Can you think of a career & job position where an individual
must have a portfolio?
WHY SHOULDN’T I HAVE A
CAREER PORTFOLIO?
What Is A Career Portfolio?• A career portfolio is a visual representation of your
abilities, skills, capabilities, knowledge, qualities and it represents your potential.
• Physically, it’s a collection of things- tangible materials- that represent work-related events in your life.
• A portfolio provides “evidence” of your potential by demonstrating what you accomplished in the past.
• Your career portfolio provides you with a convenient place to keep records of your professional, personal and educational documentation.
What can a career portfolio do for me?
• A career portfolio can help you prepare for interviews
• Convince others of your skills, abilities and qualities
• Helps you communicate clearly • Showcase your skills• Demonstrates the results of your
work
What can a career portfolio do for me?
• Establish the habit of documenting your accomplishments and results
• Access your own progress in your career development
• Access your own progress in your career development
• Evaluate the patterns in your own work preferences and values
A PORTFOLIO IS NOT A RESUME!
What should go in a portfolio?
(Work-Related)• Core Message• Vision & Professional Goals• Resume • Cover Letter• Professional References• Reference Letters
• Salary History• Salary Requirements• Accomplishments• Awards• Professionals Licenses• Brochures & Flyers
(samples)
What should go in a portfolio?(Education)
• Diplomas, Degrees, Certificates & Licenses• Transcripts• Course Descriptions• Awards• Writing Samples• Workshop & Conferences • Certificates/ evidence of special training (military, private institute,
business, etc.)
What should go in a portfolio?(Activities/ Hobbies)
• Volunteer Activities (volunteer history)
• Organizations joined• Awards• Leadership positions held• Hobbies or interest (time devoted to or photos)• Public speaking/ presentations or performances
How to Create Your Portfolio
• Three ring binder• Plastic sheet protectors for important documents• Table of content tabs• Pouches for additional samples (CD’s, photos or other bulky
items)
QUESTIONS, COMMENTS & CONCERNS