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Writing an Effective Resume

There is no official format for a resume. You have the freedom to design yours to meet your personal style. However all resumes should contain the following: Heading Tell employers where they can reach you. At the top center of the page, type your full name, mailing address, telephone number with area code, and address. Joseph Cobbler 443 Mt Rushmore Rd Rapid City, South Dakota (home) (cell)

Work Objective In one short sentence tell what kind of work your looking for; if you have little or no experience state that you are looking for an entry level position. However this is being phased out because your cover letter will handle this, so in this class we will no longer use it. Joseph Cobbler 443 Mt Rushmore Rd Rapid City, South Dakota (home) (cell) Work Objective Seeking an entry level position as a full-time raider liquidator.

Education Start with your most recent school or program. List any pertinent training and schools you have attended. On one line give the date of completion, the degree or certificate, the schools name and address. List the course work that would help you with the job you want. Joseph Cobbler 443 Mt Rushmore Rd Rapid City, South Dakota (home) (cell) Education 2014, Diploma, RC Central HS, Rapid City, SD Classes included Chemistry, Algebra, and German. 2014, Career Launch Class, SDSU Extension, Rapid City Class included basic Nursing skills and career exploration

Work Experience Start with most recent employer or volunteer site and work backwards. In one line give dates, job title, the name of the company and the companies address. Under that line list job duties that you performed. Joseph Cobbler 443 Mt Rushmore Rd Rapid City, South Dakota (home) (cell) Education 2014, Diploma, RC Central HS, Rapid City, SD Classes included Chemistry, Algebra, and German. 2014, Career Launch Class, SDSU Extension, Rapid City Class included basic Nursing skills and career exploration Work Experience/Volunteer Experience Nov 2013-Present, Pharmacy Technician, Walgreens, Rapid City, SD Filled Prescriptions, worked cash register, cleaned April-May 2013, Volunteer, Habitat for Humanity, Rapid City, SD, Helped build house at 212 Adams St April 2012-July 2013, Volunteer, Humane Society, Rapid City, SD, Walked dogs, played with cats, cleaned kennels

Accomplishments/ Activities List any accomplishments, awards, and activities that you participated in, especially if they are directly related to the job you are seeking Joseph Cobbler 443 Mt Rushmore Rd Rapid City, South Dakota (home) (cell) Education 2014, Diploma, RC Central HS, Rapid City, SD Classes included Chemistry, Algebra, and German. 2014, Career Launch Class, SDSU Extension, Rapid City Class included basic Nursing skills and career exploration Work Experience/Volunteer Experience Nov 2013-Present, Pharmacy Technician, Walgreens, Rapid City, SD Filled Prescriptions, worked cash register, cleaned April-May 2013, Volunteer, Habitat for Humanity, Rapid City, SD, Helped build house at 212 Adams St June 2012-July 2013, Volunteer, Humane Society, Rapid City, SD, Walked dogs, played with cats, cleaned kennels Accomplishments and Activities Awarded Gates Scholarship nd Team All State Defensive End 2013 State One Act Plays-Superior Actor 2014 All State Chorus

Personal This is where you show the hiring manager that you can be coached and that you have people skills. Joseph Cobbler 443 Mt Rushmore Rd Rapid City, South Dakota (home) (cell) Education 2014, Diploma, RC Central HS, Rapid City, SD Classes included Chemistry, Algebra, and German. 2014, Career Launch Class, SDSU Extension, Rapid City Class included basic Nursing skills and career exploration Work Experience/Volunteer Experience Nov 2011-Present, Pharmacy Technician, Walgreens, Rapid City, SD Filled Prescriptions, worked cash register, cleaned April-May 2010, Volunteer, Habitat for Humanity, Rapid City, SD, Helped build house at 212 Adams St June July 2009, Volunteer, Humane Society, Rapid City, SD, Walked dogs, played with cats, cleaned kennels Accomplishments and Activities Awarded Gates Scholarship nd Team All State Defensive End 2013 State One Act Plays-Superior Actor 2014 All State Chorus Personal Able to listen and follow directions Eager to help solve problems

References Have the names of three people (not related to you) who will vouch for your good character or work ethics. Joseph Cobbler 443 Mt Rushmore Rd Rapid City, South Dakota (home) (cell) Education 2014, Diploma, RC Central HS, Rapid City, SD Classes included Chemistry, Algebra, and German. 2014, Career Launch Class, SDSU Extension, Rapid City Class included basic Nursing skills and career exploration Work Experience/Volunteer Experience Nov 2011-Present, Pharmacy Technician, Walgreens, Rapid City, SD Filled Prescriptions, worked cash register, cleaned April-May 2010, Volunteer, Habitat for Humanity, Rapid City, SD, Helped build house at 212 Adams St June July 2009, Volunteer, Humane Society, Rapid City, SD, Walked dogs, played with cats, cleaned kennels Accomplishments and Activities Awarded Gates Scholarship nd Team All State Defensive End 2013 State One Act Plays-Superior Actor 2014 All State Chorus Personal Able to listen and follow directions Eager to help solve problems References Available upon request

Final Product Joseph Cobbler 443 Mt Rushmore Rd Rapid City, South Dakota (home) (cell) Education 2014, Diploma, RC Central HS, Rapid City, SD Classes included Chemistry, Algebra, and German. 2014, Career Launch Class, SDSU Extension, Rapid City Class included basic Nursing skills and career exploration Work Experience/Volunteer Experience Nov 2011-Present, Pharmacy Technician, Walgreens, Rapid City, SD Filled Prescriptions, worked cash register, cleaned April-May 2010, Volunteer, Habitat for Humanity, Rapid City, SD, Helped build house at 212 Adams St April 2008-July 2009, Volunteer, Humane Society, Rapid City, SD, Walked dogs, played with cats, cleaned kennels Accomplishments and Activities Awarded Gates Scholarship nd Team All State Defensive End 2013 State One Act Plays-Superior Actor 2014 All State Chorus Personal Able to listen and follow directions Eager to help solve problems References Available upon request