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1 Resume Writing University Park Campus Engineering & Applied Sciences Biscayne Bay Campus Graduate Business GC 230 (305)348-2423 EAS 2780 (305)348-1281 WUC 255 (305)919-5770 MARC 224 (305)348-7395 career.fiu.edu

2 Purpose And Definition Marketing Tool Demonstrating your communication skills Securing an interview

3 Appearance Easy to Read Font Style & Size White Space Balanced Margins High Quality Paper Create Visual Impact!

4 Writing Style Brief phrases & sentences Action verbs Correct Grammar Correct Abbreviations No personal pronouns No errors 1-2 pages

5 Formats There is NO one format!!!! Experiment Chronological Functional Academic Scannable

6 Strategy is Key! Choice of headings Wording of headings Order of headings Order within headings

7 Resumé Components Personal identification Objective Education Experience Optional categories

8 Personal Identification Name Address Phone E-mail What NOT to include...

9 Objective Purpose Organizing statement Skill oriented Short General or targeted John Doe’s Resume Why do I want to get this job? What can I bring to this position?

10 Education Institution, city, state Degree earned or anticipated Dates GPA

11 Experience Employer, city, state Job title Dates Description

12 Optional Categories Skills Research/Design Projects Activities Honor/Awards Certifications International Experience Travel Training

13 Common Errors Vague Objective Incomplete Degree & Employment Information Missing Graduation Date Incorrect Grammar Spellingor Typographical Errors Inconsistent or incorrect use of abbreviations Using “Responsible For” or “Duties Entailed”

14 References Statement on resume optional Listed on separate page 3-5 objective references Name, title, phone number Personal references (only if asked)

15 Summary Easy to read document that reveals your skills & achievements immediately Marketing Piece – Demonstrates ability or potential to do the job – Targets employers needs 30 Second Rule Cover Letters

16 Resume Writing University Park Campus Engineering & Applied Sciences Biscayne Bay Campus Graduate Business GC 230 (305)348-2423 EAS 2780 (305)348-1281 WUC 255 (305)919-5770 MARC 224 (305)348-7395 career.fiu.edu

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