1. Preparing A Resume

2. Resume Format No set format – 3 styles
Chronological
Functional
Electronic
Showcases your ability to organize information
Neat, Eye Pleasing
No Errors
Easy to Read
Written to the Job Description

3. Parts of a Resume Main categories (always on a resume)
Personal Information
Job Interest (Objective/Summary)
Education
Work Experience
References
Optional categories (added when appropriate)
Interests
Extracurricular Activities
Leadership/Honors

4. Chronological Resume Most common style of resume
Each category is broken into dates beginning with most current 

5. Functional Resume
Used to showcase education and skills instead of experience
Great for a new graduate or someone applying for a different career field
Broken into specialty or skill areas and does not focus on dates 

6. Electronic Resume Used for posting on Web
Use default fonts – no special or fancy fonts/characters
Keep it short
Concise and specific terms to describe education and skills
Write to the job description