You want a job? You need an interview! So how do you catch the attention of an employer? So you need to write a RESUME

Definition of a resume... A resume is an advertisement for yourself, designed to communicate your school and work history and skills in a way that motivates the employer to invite you for an interview. *

There is no one – size – fits – all resume Tailor the resume to the position Incorporate language from the job posting/position description into headings and action bullets

An effective resume is clear, organized, direct & professional has accurate information looks good on paper is brief and easy to read

so how do you write one ? Target your job Draft your resume Look at examples of other resumes to get ideas Edit and critique

proofread *! ONCE AGAIN EDIT AND CRITIQUE you want PERFECTION

What should be included in a resume ? Heading Objective Education Work Experience Achievements Activities Skills References

Objective Example Objective A resume objective is a statement of your goal for employment. Why are you giving them this resume? This is one place that you should definitely customize for each job! To obtain a position as a ___________ in a ___________company while continuing my education To obtain a position as a sales management trainee To provide prompt and courteous service to customers of a restaurant

Education List high school & expected graduation date State GPA if 3.0 or better List classes that relate to the job Example Education Bollman Technical Education Center – Thornton, CO August 2015 – Present Enrolled in Medical Sciences I Legacy High School – Broomfield, CO August 2013 – Present

Experience Employers know that you are high school students. If you do not have any previous work experience it is okay to leave this section off of your resume. As you gain experience, you will revisit your resume and add this section back. * List of previous employers Include your dates of employment and job title Include one sentence descriptions of what your duties and responsibilities were

Experience Sales Associate, Famous Footwear June 2015 – Present Maintain and restock inventory Provide customer service Child Care 2013 – Present Provide child care for several families after school, weekends and during school vacations Example

Activities Awards Accomplishments This is where you demonstrate your leadership, school and community involvement Example Activities Spirit Squad, 2013 – Present FBLA, H Colorado State University Junior Scholarship, 2014 Outstanding Service Volunteer, Sunny Acres, Westminster, CO 2015

Skills Take vital signs Hand washing HIPAA Medical Terminology Medical Math Cultural Diversity Training CPR and First Aid Colorado Career Ready Certificate so what can you do? Skills Example

Examples of Employability Skills for Health Care  Ability to keep calm under pressure  Active listener  Attention to detail  Commitment  Communication and interpersonal skills  Creativity  Decision making  Flexibility/adaptable  Following instructions/procedures  Gathering and analyzing information  Leadership  Listening skills  Meeting deadlines  Problem solving  Presentation skills  Punctuality  Responsible  Reliable  Self-motivation  Teamwork  Think on your feet  Time management  Using your initiative  Work collaboratively

Sports Sports are an excellent way to develop the following skills and others: Team work Leadership Communication Commitment and motivation Volunteering Skills you can gain include: Self-motivated Creativity and imagination Commitment Team work

Resume DO’s Consider your privacy settings on social media and remember your profile picture is one that your mom and future employers can see too Stick to one page Use consistent format Use bullets instead of paragraphs Make headers & contact info larger Choose an easy-to-read font Use an appropriate sounding address in your contact information

References Ask permission and give them a copy of your resume Choose wisely Teachers, counselors, coaches, work supervisors You will need their full name, title, phone number and Example: Ashley Bohman, School Counselor Bollman Technical Education Center