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Preparing a Resume

What is a resume? Summary of personal information Outlines your qualifications for a particular job Usually includes: Education Skills Work experience Awards & activities

Not All Resumes Are Equal! Resumes should be customized for each position to which you apply. Resumes change over time and should be updated regularly. Different positions may call for different resume formatting or layouts.

Resumes for Employees Usually first step in the job application process Organizes facts about you; makes completing job applications easier Many employers keep resumes on file for a certain period of time

Resumes for Employers Saves the employer time before and during an interview How much time does a hiring manager usually spend looking at a resume? 20 seconds per resume

Sections of a resume

Identification / header Include your: Name Address Telephone number Email address What should stand out the most in your identification section? JOEY JOBLESS 4321 Home Ct. Town, ST 12345 (555) 432-1234 jjobless@gmail.com

Objective Indicate the type of job you want Customize this item for each job to which you are applying

Experience List experience related to the specific job for which you are applying. You might include: Past/current job(s) Internships Volunteer work

Education List schools attended. Also include: Dates attended (2014-present) Diplomas or degrees earned Courses taken that are directly related to the job

Soccer NHS Key Club Choir SCA Activities Organizations of which you are a member School clubs Honor societies Church groups Extracurricular activities Indicate length of membership and any leadership roles held Soccer NHS Key Club Choir SCA

Awards Any recognition you received at work, school, or extracurricular settings Examples: Leadership Scholarships Attendance Honor roll

Skills Include skills and aptitudes that are not otherwise specifically stated Examples: Fluent in Spanish Proficient with Microsoft Office programs CPR or First Aid certified

Importance of a Resume First opportunity to make contact with an employer Represents your qualifications for the job Any mistakes will hinder your job search You will continue to build upon your initial resume. Why not make a great one?

Look it up… Get online and do a quick Internet search for resume writing tips. Make a list of your top 5 characteristics of good resumes. Make a list of your top 5 common mistakes on resumes. You may work with ONE other person. Make good choices 

Good Resumes Easy to read Logical flow Includes relevant information Name stands out Good use of space

Common Mistakes Spelling and grammatical errors Writing in the first person Including unrelated and/or personal information Repetitiveness Lacking organization or focus

In General… Have others proofread it! Keep it concise – no more than one page Make it neat! Be honest about your qualifications Use action words and phrases to describe your experiences Customize it to the job description Have others proofread it!