Junior Resume Seminar

 Rank in order of importance what you think colleges listed as their criteria for rendering admissions decisions: 1 – 10  ____Class Rank  ____Teacher Recommendations  ____Extracurricular Activities / Community Service/Work  ____ Grades in College Prep Courses / Strength of Curriculum  ____Interview  ____Counselor Recommendation  ____Essay or Writing Sample  ____Admission Test Scores (SAT, ACT)  ____Grades in all High School Subjects

1. Grades in College Prep Courses / Strength of Curriculum 2. Admission Test Scores (SAT, ACT) 3. Grades in all High School Subjects 4. Essay or Writing Sample 5. Demonstrated Interest 6. Counselor Recommendation 7. Teacher Recommendation 8. Class Rank (Most schools are not reporting class rank) 9. Extracurricular Activities / Community Service / Work 10. Interview

► Helps counselors and teachers to write recommendation letters ► Keep track of your education and work experience ► Recognize your skills, interests and accomplishments ► Will assist you when filling in numerous secondary school reports ► Will be used when applying for scholarships and employment

 1 page  Adequate white space  1 inch margins  Reads easily – Check spelling, grammar, & punctuation  Use action words  Accentuate positive  Stress accomplishments  Highlight relevant course work  State special skills (languages, computer, mechanical, artistic)

 Name  Address  Phone Numbers (include cell phones)  Address (appropriate)  Do NOT include Social Security Number or Birthdates  Objective Statement- Some people include a statement about the type of college and/or employment that they are seeking at the top of their resume

 Honors  Awards  GPA  Special Courses  Internships  Special Talents (Computer skills, Foreign Languages spoken, Musical/Artistic skills)  Summer Enrichment Programs

 Start with your most recent work experience  Dates of Employment  Name of the Employer  Position Held  Responsibilities of the Job  Caring for family Include any special talent or skill that you developed on the job (i.e. web design, automotive repair)

 Describe any volunteer activities or community service projects that you’ve been involved in (i.e. Soup Kitchen, Charity Fundraisers, Volunteer Fire Fighter/EMT, Craft Fairs, Recreational Sports Programs)  Responsibilities (Assistant Coach/Official, Chairperson, Team Leader)

 Include any additional activities or hobbies that you are involved inside and outside of your school setting (Band Member, Dance Troupe Member, Equestrian, Website Design)  Anything else that makes you unique and interesting

 This category is optional and is NOT used for employment purposes  If unique circumstances exist that you wish to share with recommendation writers and/or admissions officers, you can include these under Personal/Family History  Examples: First Generation College Student, Cross- cultural Background, Responsible for care of siblings, Lived in several states/countries

AAs you create your resume, you will be amazed at what you have accomplished. DDiscovering what you do for a career is a major challenge. Your first resume can open doors for your college choice, career, job, and training opportunities. TThe resume is your first and best tool for introducing yourself and presenting your skills, education and experience.

RESUME BUILDER

Add New Entry - Drop Down Choices

Example of Objective Section

Example of Education Section

Example of Leadership Section

This is how Resume Sections will look once they are entered

Give your resume a title –Based on its purpose (College, Job, Scholarship, Community Service Resume) Select a Format & Include References if desired

Select the primary & secondary boxes of information you want included in your resume

CLICK SAVE & CLOSE

To View / Print your Resume: About Me Resume Customize Click:VIEW /PRINT Icon

At this point the Resume Information can be copied from Naviance and pasted into a word document. NOTE: If resume does not appear on screen: Return to resume and SELECT Primary & Secondary boxes of information you want included on resume.

To Edit your Resume: About Me Customize EDIT Save & Close

Create, Edit and Print a Resume in Family Connection To create a printable resume: 1.Go to the About Me tab. 2.Click Resume – Begin Building Resume Sections / Select each category 3.Click Customize Your Printable Resume. 4.Click Create a New Print Format: a. Enter Title of Resume b. Next to Format – Select a Style c. Next to References – Select to include or not include references 5. Select the primary boxes and the secondary boxes and / or Radio buttons of information within each sections that you would like to be included in your resume. 6. Click Save and Close. To print/view a resume: 1.Go to the About Me tab. 2.Click Resume 3.Click Customize Your Printable Resume. 4.Click the View/Print icon to view and print the resume. (If resume does not appear on screen – return and complete step #5 & #6 above). To edit a printable resume: 1.Go to the About Me tab. 2.Click Resume. 3.Click Customize Your Printable Resume. 4.Click the Edit pencil and make the desired changes to resume. 5.Click Save and Close.

A resume is an important document that allows people to get to know you before an interview. A resume serves as your first impression to a college or an employer. Most careers require that you have an up-to-date resume listing all of your accomplishments. Review your work – a single mistake on a resume will be caught by someone reviewing it, so seek the help of your teachers or parents for editing.

If you have any questions about Resume Builder or Naviance Family Connection please see your counselor in the Guidance Department or visit the College & Career Resource Center.

Naviance Family Connection – Resume Builder