Write a resume

Write a resume W o r k s h e e t 7 An up-to-date resume is a very important tool in your job search. this worksheet gives you some tips on creating a resume. What is it? A resume is a description of your education, paid employment, volunteer activities (including school activities), general interests and personal strengths. each resume will be slightly different depending on whom it is written for and the style of resume that suits your needs

(see page 2 for the different styles). It should be kept up to date. resumes can be submitted as paper copy or electronically. What to include What you include in a resume depends on your individual career goals and the needs of the employer. A resume provides: ■ initial information to an employer to get you an interview ■ a summary of your work history, skills, achievements and experience ■ information about how you perform in different work situations ■ information about what you have accomplished. A resume should answer the employer’s question: ‘how will I benefit from employing this person?’. What not to include ■ Don’t say you have done something that you haven’t. ■ Don’t include anything that relates to your personal life (except contact details). ■ Don’t include age, height, weight, marital status, number of children, condition of health, or religious or political beliefs (except where religion or political beliefs are important to the position). ■ Don’t include negative reasons for leaving previous employment such as ‘asked to leave’ (fired) or ‘sick of travelling’. ■ Don’t focus on any barriers to getting a job. ■ Don’t make the resume too long. however, before you start writing, collect...

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Workforce Series #2: How to Write Your Resume

1 COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE & BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES / SOUTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY / USDA ExEx 15003 February 2004 Youth Development / 4-H What is a Resume? A resume is an accurate description of who you are in the workforce—where you have worked, what you have done, and when you did it. It is a brief one or two page summary of your background that provides an employer with information regarding your education, work experience, achievements, skills, special knowledge, and training.

The main purpose of a resume is to make employers interested in learning more about you. Your resume is meant to get you past the initial screening so that you have an opportunity to be interviewed by someone who has the power to hire you. For some jobs, you may also have to fill out a job application form. The job applica- tion does not replace the resume. It provides the basic facts about you, but it does not show your personality, and you still need to write a resume and a cover letter. Resume Writing Tips A resume is a business document. It should look profes- sional and be neat, clear, concise, and error-free. Here are some writing tips for resumes: • Do not use the first person pronoun, “I.” Instead, use short, easy-to-read paragraphs, starting with action verbs when describing your work. Examples of action verbs are: analyzed, coordinated, designed, directed, guided, initiated, modeled, organized, presented, and supervised. Describe actual accomplishments rather than general duties. • Structure all the entries in a similar way. Consistency helps to clarify. Strive for precision. Every word counts. Resumes should contain short, crisp statements that do not have to be complete sentences....

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HOW TO WRITE A RESUME THAT TRULY PORTRAYS YOUR BUSINESS STRENGTHS

HOW TO WRITE A RESUME THAT TRULY PORTRAYS YOUR BUSINESS STRENGTHS WHILE SAVING TIME AND DEODORANT DURING AN INTERVIEW By Colleen Aylward 1. How Many Pages are Appropriate for a Resume? The one-page synopsis is a thing of the past. And now that I’ve said this, all you employers please put your teeth back in, take a Valium and read on. First of all, length is really irrelevant compared to content. Put yourself in the shoes of a hiring manager

for a moment and I’ll explain why. The hiring authority must sift through dozens, or even hundreds, of paper resumes to choose a first list of candidates who MIGHT be qualified. Give him a break! And not by giving less words, but more meat. When you synopsize, you run these risks: • You assume the reader will read between the lines and come up with the correct evaluation of what it is you can do, or will do. As a recruiter, I get very frustrated with this. I can’t tell whether you are lazy, modest, or have no idea why anyone would want to hire you. • You assume the reader knows the size and structure, the product or service and the marketplace of your current employer. • You assume the reader will be impressed by your title(s) and know where you fit in the hierarchy of responsibility in your corporate structure. • You assume that using vague business platitudes will “sort of cover every possible job opening” and, therefore, not limit your chances. • You assume the reader is in the business of using his own time and imagination to try to figure out what your potential could be...

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HOW TO WRITE A RESUME FOR INTERNSHIPS

HOW TO WRITE A RESUME FOR INTERNSHIPS, CO-OP POSITIONS, SUMMER, OR PART-TIME JOBS 08/07 RESUMES FOR INTERNSHIPS, CO-OP POSITIONS, SUMMER, OR PART-TIME JOBS TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Introduction 1 Internships, Cooperative Education 2 The Big “S” Referral System 3 Where do I look for Career Related Positions? 4 Where do I look for a Summer Job? 5 How Resumes for Undergraduates differ 6 Resume Writing Tips 7 Information that appears on most resumes 8-9 Sample Resumes 10-17 The Cover Letter

18 Examples of Cover Letters: Referral from Faculty Member or Other 19 Answer to a Newspaper Ad 20 Direct Solicitation to an Organization 21 1 INTRODUCTION Do you want an interesting, challenging, well-paid position when you graduate? Does the idea of securing an entry-level job with good long-term career growth appeal to you? If so, act now. There is a lot that you can do to make such a position become a reality. Studies consistently show that the Number One factor in helping college graduates transition to meaningful paid positions is career related experience. Career related experience can be gained in a variety of ways. These include internships (paid or unpaid), cooperative education, summer positions, voluntary experience, and part-time jobs. All work experience is valuable, but experience directly related to one’s long-term career goals is the most meaningful. This booklet is designed to help you write a resume that can be used while you are still an undergraduate. Hopefully, a good resume will help you obtain career-related experience before you graduate. 2 INTERNSHIPS At the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, the Office of Career Services has been designated as the initial point of contact for internships. Employers who are seeking...

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Resume Writing - PowerPoint Presentation

Resume Writing Level I Workshop MDC Career Services •Your professional experience •Your education •Your skills and accomplishments A resume is a one or two page summary It is the marketing tool that sells you to the employer! Resume Writing Level I Workshop MDC Career Services I. How to Write the Resume A. Format & Style B. Examples C. Content D. Appropriate Vocabulary II. Components A. Personal Contact Information B. Objective C. Experience D. Skill Set E. Match Skill to the

Job F. Education G. References III. Cover Letters A. Content B. Thank You Letters IV. Do’s & Don’ts Level I Workshop MDC Career Services Resume Writing I. How to Write the Resume A. Format & Style • Organize yourself – prepare an inventory sheet •Be consistent and simple with your style, fonts, spacing etc. Chronological - Recommended • Most common and easiest to prepare • Lists employment history in chronological order starting with the most recent • Demonstrates a steady employment record Functional • Highlights skills and accomplishments vs. dates • People who have had many jobs & those changing careers Combination • Allows you to highlight accomplishments and dates • Format combines Chronological & Functional Spend time preparing your resume. Level I Workshop MDC Career Services Resume Writing B. Examples Chronological Resume Level I Workshop MDC Career Services Resume Writing B. Examples Functional Resume Level I Workshop MDC Career Services Resume Writing I. How to Write the Resume C. Content • Use job and industry specific key words • Describe accomplishments •Be specific in describing your duties Key Word Examples: Action Word Examples: Data Analysis Achieved Recruiting Demonstrated Advertisement Established Customer Services Implemented D. Appropriate Vocabulary • Use short...

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Resume Writing Tips - The 5 C's

www.vertex42.com Resume Writing Tips: The 5 C’s 1© 2010 Vertex42 LLC Writing a resume can be daunting task, but if you remember to apply the 5 C’s of Resume Writing, your resume will stand a much better chance of landing you an interview. The following resume tips are general guidelines that apply to nearly all resumes, but there may be exceptions. You should be aware of and follow the practices used in your specific industry. #1: Be Convincing Write your

resume as an advertisement for yourself. ƒ Focus on the employer’s needs, not your own. ƒ Start descriptions using ƒ action verbs, especially those related to the position you are seeking. Include numbers, percentages, time saved, and dollar ƒ values to describe your accomplishments. Include key words - study various job postings to ƒ determine important keywords. List the most important information and selling points ƒ first. When listing employment in chronological order, you can still list accomplishments underneath each job in order of importance. Use a resume style ( ƒ chronological, functional, or combined) appropriate for your set of qualifications and industry. #2: Be Concise Keep your resume to a single page if possible. ƒ Use 2 pages only if you have extensive work ƒ experience or an advance degree. Put your name at the top of the second page. Use short sentences - complete sentences may not be ƒ necessary. You can use incomplete or fragmented sentences ƒ (especially in bulleted lists) if they are clear and the style is consistent. Use bulleted lists instead of paragraphs when ƒ appropriate. Resume Writing Tips: The 5 C’s Five essential attributes of an effective resume. www.vertex42.com/resumes/resume-tips.html Include the note “References...

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