Tips for Teen Resumes Translating Your Academic and Extracurricular Activities into Experience
So What is a RESUME?
3 Steps for Writing a Resume: 1. Gather 2. Present 3. Revise & Save
Gather Resume Contact info, education, experience, relevant skills, activities & clubs, awards & honors Brainstorm with a friend! Job Application Social Security, availability, references
Present Physical Layout: – Template/Formatting choices – Font SIZE and Style –Order of Sections
Suggestions & Concerns Be Honest Be Relevant Be Creative
3. Revise, Save, Update Check spelling & grammar Consistent formatting (bullets, font, etc.) Consider word choices Get a second opinion
Example Resumes A GOOD resume
Example Resumes A BAD resume
What’s Next Have all your information available It’s ok to duplicate Be honest Research/Ask Questions Find Referrals
Questions?