This document provides tips and guidelines for creating an effective resume. It explains that a resume is an important selling tool that employers will use to initially screen applicants. Employers typically spend 30 seconds or less reviewing each resume. The document outlines the main components of a resume, including contact information, work history, education, skills, and references. It also describes the three main resume formats: chronological, functional, and hybrid and provides general tips for keeping resumes error-free and highlighting relevant skills and qualifications.
2. REMEMBER
Your Resume is a SellingTool
While you may have all the requirements for a
job, your resume is an important selling tool
which many employers use to screen applicants,
so your resume is your initial introduction.
It takes 30 seconds or less for an employer to
decide whether they like your resume.
Your resume outlines your skills and experiences
so an employer can get an idea how you can
contribute to their organization.
4. RésuméTypes
Chronological
Presents work experience
and education in
reverse time sequence.
Demonstrates
progression of
experience and growth.
May raise questions if
you have changed
employment frequently
Functional
•Organizes
experiences under
major skill headings,
while degrees, job
titles, employers, and
dates are listed
separately.
•Offers opportunity to
present skills gained
outside of work.
•Emphasizes
qualifications and
accomplishments instead
of specific jobs.
Hybrid
•This format offers the
best of both worlds.
•This format showcases
skills and highlights that
are placed at the top of
the document
•It is very well received by
hiring authorities
5. PARTS OF A RESUME
Reliable telephone number
For any telephone number given out
in a job search, the voicemail message
must be
professional sounding because this
may be the potential employers first
impression of you.
E-mail address
The e-mail address you use in your job
search must be professional looking
because this may be the potential
employers first impression of you.
Objective
The more specific you can be with an
objective the better. A one-size-fits-all
approach will not impress potential
employers. Clearly state the type of job you
are hoping to get Use the job titles the
potential employers use, if appropriate.
Work Experience
List formal jobs and names of employers
from wherever you have worked.
Include informal jobs you have had such as
cutting grass, babysitting, and even
lemonade stand sales.
Include any internships or job shadowing you
have completed
Name Address
6. PARTS OF A RESUME
Education History
Begin with the most recent
information and work backward.
High school students can list your high
school and current GPA and career
pathway if applicable.
Military Service
List Junior Reserve OfficerTraining
Corps if applicable
Skills,Awards,Certifications
Include recognition for achievements
in and out of school: certificates (such
as honor roll),sports awards,
Certification earned in career
technical
education course,Volunteer and any
community recognition
References
As you build your resume, begin
creating a list of people you can use as
References.
Get permission from individuals you
plan to use as references.
Avoid using family members.
7. GeneralTips for Resumes
Keep your wording
simple but include
details that highlight
your skills and
strengths.
Do not use
contractions or
abbreviations, such
as “don’t” for “do
not” or “asst” or
“assistant.”
Double check to
make sure there are
no errors with
grammar,
punctuation or
spelling in your
resume.
