1. Resumes

2. Purpose Summarizes a person’s
Educational background
Work experiences
Other qualification
Sent to employer with letter of application

3. Parts Personal Information (at the top) Name Address Phone Number
Address

4. Parts Career Goals Be specific about job seeking Examples
To obtain training and acquire experience in retail sales
To gain practical work experience while saving money for college
To further develop my skills as a licensed practical nurse

5. Parts Educational Background
List all high schools, colleges, technical schools, etc.
Begin with most recent
List any diplomas, degrees, licenses & certificates
Mention any honors or awards received

6. Parts Work Experience List paid work experience
Begin with present or most recent
Identify each employer, time period worked, and duties
Include co-op or work study
If limited in paid positions, list unpaid

7. Parts References 2 to 3 Present and past employers and supervisors
Teachers
Family friend for character

8. Types of Resumes

9. Chronological Resume
History of your career
Dates
Present info first

10. Functional Resume
Highlights qualifications, skills, and accomplishments
Good for entry level positions