1. Creating a Resume Objective: Use Microsoft Word to create both a formal and informal Resume.

2. Why write a Resume?  A Resume is the potential employer’s first look at who you are and what you can do?  Many employers get several resumes for one job, so they don’t waste time with people who do not impress them with their resume.  Your goal is to submit a Resume worthy of a second look.

3. Basics  Always type your Resume.  Use common Fonts like Arial or Times Roman.  Your Name at the top should be larger font. 14-18  The text on the rest of the page should be 11-12 font.  Use Black ink  One inch margins  Print on white paper, higher quality paper would look nice.

4. Contact Information Full Name Complete Address including State and zip Phone Number with area code Email Address

5. Electronic Submission  Many companies require that you submit your resume through email or online.  It is important to create a good file name that is easily identified with your name.  Ex: andrew_brock_resume.doc  NOT: drew2013res.doc

6. Objective and Education  Start with a career objective statement.  Ex: To use my knowledge, skills and education to obtain a job in the field of __________.  Your Education section may not be very lengthy during high school, but you want to list your High school and any colleges or universities you attend in the future.  List High School and graduating class.  Ex: A.P. Brewer High School Class of 2014

7. Leadership Activities  Include any Leadership Roles or Activities you have been involved with. Ex: FFA President 2013 Ex: JV Basketball Team 2012-2013 Ex: Worship Team at First Baptist Church Not: Rock and Roll Club Join a club that can help you!

8. Work Experience  List any jobs that you have had previously. Ex: Sales Associate at Tractor Supply Company Ex: Carpenter at Brock Cabinet Company Inc.  You may not have any previous jobs. If that is the case list experiences that build job skills. Ex:Babysitting for the Smith Family Ex: Volunteering at the Food Shelf Ex: VBS Teacher at First Baptist Church Ex: Lawn Care for the Jones Family

9. Accomplishments  Under the Work Experience line a section for accomplishments may be included.  You could change this section to “Related Skills,” “Other Information,” or “Other Interests and Activities.”  This gives you a chance to showcase your achievements. Ex: Honor Graduate Class of 2015 Ex: Public Speaking County Champion  Or your skills. Ex: Works well with a team

10. References  A separate page for References is a good idea.  If an employer wants References they will request them. Ex: Andrew Brock Agriscience Teacher awbrock@morgank12.org 256-778-8634

11. Resume Wrap-up  Have someone proof read your resume before you send them out.  Sometimes when you stare at a computer screen for a while you won’t catch the problem.  Check for spelling and punctuation.  Don’t forget to update your resume periodically to reflect new Jobs. Skills and Accomplishments.