RESUMES How to prepare your resume to maximize your chances of getting the interview and the job you seek.

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RESUMES How to prepare your resume to maximize your chances of getting the interview and the job you seek.

Key Concepts First impression/attractive layout Error-free Easy to read Layout directs reader to key features One page if possible White or off-white paper Scannable version

Essential Components Personal Information Objective (optional) Education Experience Activities/Honors References available upon request (optional)

Personal Information Name –All caps, large, bold Address –campus, permanent Phone Do not give –age, health –marital/family status –other personal information irrelevant to job

Objective Optional Be specific enough to provide some useful information, but not so specific that you eliminate opportunities. Examples: –A summer internship in the environmental field –A challenging position with a progressive company

Education Most recent institution first Full university name and location Degree you will receive and major GPA Example: Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering, April 2001 GPA: 3.6

Education Pertinent and unique courses/skills –semiconductor course –mathematics/statistics –computer software If interviewing for internship may list core courses –e.g., Fluid Mechanics, Thermodynamics

Experience Most recent first All jobs should be listed List organization, location, your title, dates Bullet your key accomplishments

Key Accomplishments (Dow) Three questions: 1. What did I do? 2. What did I change or impact? 3. What was the value of that change or impact?

Example What did I do? Responsible for improving performance of reactor What did I change or impact? Improved batch reactor turnaround time by 3% What was the value of that change or impact? Created $250,000 annual savings by improving reactor turnaround time by 3%

Activities/Honors Activities –college organizations –extracurricular (sports, music, drama, etc.) –honor societies –professional organizations List leadership positions or committee work –title and role

Activities/Honors Honors –scholarships –awards

Missions Not required, but missing 2 years or 18 months will be questioned Can include as a work experience or activity Use to demonstrate skills/traits –Leadership, service, and interpersonal skills

Missions Example Voluntary Representative, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Nagoya, Japan Conducted presentations for individuals and groups Performed community service activities Supervised 10 other volunteers Planned and facilitated monthly meetings Learned to speak, read, and write Japanese

Church Service Not required, but can demonstrate leadership qualities Make your listing intelligible to non-member readers Example: Elder’s quorum president President of Men’s Service Organization Coordinated service activities of 20 volunteers

Additional Categories? Interests/Hobbies Skills

Conclusions A good resume takes time. Let others read and critique your resume. I will be happy to look at your resume.