Resume Writing. Review What are the five different formats of resumes? Chronological Functional Targeted Combination Alternative.

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Resume Writing

Review What are the five different formats of resumes? Chronological Functional Targeted Combination Alternative

Purpose of the Resume TO GET AN INTERVIEW!!!!!

Preparing an Effective Resume Outline skills and abilities, work experience and extra curricular activities We started doing this in our draft

Resume Parts Contact Info Job Objective Education Work or Volunteer Experience Skills and Activities Honors & Awards References

Contact Info Contact information (name, address, phone #, address) Avoid using nicknames Use permanent address Use address (make sure professional) Website can be an option

Job Objective Tells the type of work you are looking for Be specific Customize to each job applying for Example: To obtain a part-time job as a hostess

Education List the name and dates you attended high school List the Southwest name and contact info Dates: August 2005 to Present List GPA if higher than 3.0 When you graduate, you will always list the most recent information first

Work or Volunteer Experience List most recent first and work backward Be sure to include: Title of position Name of organization Location of work (City, State) Dates of employment Describe your work responsibilities with emphasis on specific skills and achievements Use ACTION words Be concise (do NOT write in paragraph format)

Action Words ews/resume_guide/action.htm ews/resume_guide/action.htm Achieved Managed Created Taught Acquired Organized Supervised

Qualities/Skills Employers Seek Communication skills (verbal and written) Honesty/integrity Teamwork skills (works well with others) Interpersonal skills (relates well to others) Motivation/initiative Strong work ethic Analytical skills Flexibility/adaptability Computer skills Organizational skills Qualities from job.web.com

Skills & Activities Skills Activities Honors Awards Club memberships Sports Certificates Honor Roll Leadership roles

References Statement at bottom of Resume: Personal references are available upon request

Reference Page Copy Contact Information from Resume onto this page List 3 to 5 references on a separate sheet and format like the resume Same font, etc. Supply name and contact information Must be 21 and no relatives