resume writing. why is a resume important? it is your marketing tool. an application is a legal...
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RESUME WRITING
Why is a resume important?
It is your marketing tool. An application is a legal document used to
collect the exact same information from each applicant. A resume is used to highlight your skills.
Almost everyone needs a resume in today’s competitive job market. Even teenagers seeking their first “real” job or applying for college benefits by having a resume.
What should a resume include?
Identification Give your name, address, telephone
number and email address
Jill Culpepper 123 Main StreetRockdale, GA 30094(262) [email protected]
What should a resume include?
Summary Include 3 to 5 statements which describe
your qualifications. Enthusiastic and hard-working high school
student. Excellent communication and presentation
skills. Driven to succeed and attain goals. Able to work both independently as well as part
of a team.
What should a resume include?
Education High School name and location Dual enrollment classes, AP classes Grade Point Average (if above a 3.0) Career pathway(s) Any completed courses that are relevant to
the area that you want to go into
What should a resume include?
Experience Include the name of employer, location, dates of
employment, job title. Describe your responsibilities, specific skills and
duties. Be as specific as you can!
action + object + outcomes
Example:
“Compiled research in the area of childhood obesity and presented information to school
officials to increase awareness”
What is considered experience?
A job Volunteer work Internships Relevant career pathway experiences Work-based learning Babysitting, yard work, dog walking
What should a resume include?
Achievements/Activities Awards, clubs, sports, etc. Examples:
National Honor Society 2008, 2009 RCHS Football 2010, 2011 Boy Scouts 2000-2007 Skills USA 2011-2012
Make sure to include any leadership positions held! Wrestling team captain 2013 RCA Student Ambassador 2012
What should a resume include?
Skills Computer skills
Skill level: basic, working knowledge, proficient Leadership skills Language skills
Examples: Fluent in Spanish Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel Team captain of two varsity school sports
What should a resume include?
Other possible headings… Leadership Internship experience Research experience Honors Relevant experience Certifications
You can be creative here!
RESUME DO’S
Develop a rough draft and then have multiple people proof-read it.
Keep the length to one page Only use one font throughout the
resume. Use a font that is easy to read and use
black ink.
RESUME DON’TS
Don’t include your whole life history Don’t use a template– it’s easier to do on
your own! Don’t lie or embellish!!! Don’t use pronouns (I, me, my) Don’t use abbreviations Don’t use contractions (don’t, can’t, won’t) Don’t include reasons for leaving your past
job(s) Don’t include previous wage information