ResumesYour key to getting a job!

Why resumes?A resume is a document that presents your

skills and experience for employmentThe average time an employer looks at a

resume is 7 seconds, so it’s important to make a good first impression!!

Types of resumesChronological – lists jobs in order, starting

with the most recentFunctional – focuses on your skills and

experienceCombination – lists your skills and

experience first, then your employment history

Targeted – customized for the kind of job you are seeking

Sections of a resumeContact information (address, phone

number, email address)Job objective or career summaryEmployment history, including

responsibilities and achievementsEducation – schools you attended, degrees

you obtained, Skills section – highlights your skills

Top tips for resume writingCheck your spelling! Use a good font! Make it readable…

Serif – more traditional – Times New RomanSan-serif – more modern – Arial

Use keywords such as “team player,” and “customer service”

Templates can give you a good start, but you should customize as much as possible