Title: BEHIND THE RESUME: WHAT RECRUITERS REALLY LOOK FOR

Date: 07.08.2025
Time: 10am to 11am

Venue: East Block, 2nd Floor, Room 207, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Ramapuram Campus, Chennai

EVENT ORGANIZER: Dr. T.V. Ambuli

Head, Department of Commerce (General Shift I)

EVENT CONVENERS: Mrs U Karthigai Selvi Assistant Professor, Commerce, (General Shift1), Mr. I. Enock   Assistant Professor, Commerce, (General Shift1)

SUMMARY OF THE EVENT:

The Department of Commerce, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Ramapuram, organized an Alumni Talk – 2K25 on August 7, 2025, under the theme “BEHIND THE RESUME: WHAT RECRUITERS REALLY LOOK FOR”. The guest speaker was Mrs. Swetha. A, an alumnus from the 2016 – 2019 batch, currently working as Recruitment Specialist in SRM Technologies.

As a professional working in the core of talent acquisition, Ms. Swetha shared valuable insights into the recruitment process, highlighting the key attributes recruiters seek in fresh graduates. From the importance of well-structured resumes to the subtle aspects of communication skills, attitude, and cultural fit, she emphasized that hiring decisions are influenced by a holistic view of the candidate—not just academic performance.

The session was highly interactive, with students actively participating in the Q&A segment, seeking advice on resume building, LinkedIn profiles, virtual interviews, and personal branding. Ms. Swetha also shed light on common mistakes students make, ways to avoid them, and how to present oneself professionally both online and offline.

She further encouraged students to explore internships, certifications, and extracurricular activities as ways to add depth to their profiles.

Takeaways:

The alumni talk “Behind the Resume: What Recruiters Really Look For”by Ms. Swetha, Recruitment Specialist at SRM Technologies, offered students a valuable glimpse into the real expectations of hiring professionals. Drawing from her experience in the recruitment field, Swetha provided students with actionable insights that went beyond textbook knowledge and conventional placement advice. Students learned the importance of personal branding where professional visibility can greatly influence recruitment opportunities. Swetha encouraged students to build a digital presence that reflects their skills, interests, and career goals. She also highlighted the need to customize resumes for each job role, rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach.

SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AND GROWTH MAPPING:

SDG 4 – Quality Education:

Goal: Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.

Alignment: The session offered students experiential learning through real-life insights shared by the alumni, thereby strengthening the quality of higher education and preparing students for lifelong learning.

SDG 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth:

Goal: Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for all.

Alignment: By emphasizing the importance of skills like communication, adaptability, and professionalism, the session empowered students to pursue decent employment and contribute to sustainable economic growth.

SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities:

Goal: Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable.

Alignment: The programme supported the development of sustainable communities by promoting the idea of responsible, career-ready citizens who are capable of contributing to urban economic systems. Encouraging students to actively participate in societal development and professional spaces helps build inclusive, safe, and resilient communities, especially when alumni return to engage with their institutions and guide the next generation