RESUME WRITING

OPENING THE DOORS TO OPPORTUNITY THROUGH COLLEGE EDUCATION !!!

YOUR RESUME IS A SALES ORIENTED MARKETING TOOL

RESUME

HOW MUCH TIME DO YOU THINK WILL BE TAKEN TO LOOK AT YOUR RESUME?

ABOUT 20 SECONDS!!!

WHAT CAN YOU DO TO MAKE YOUR RESUME...

CATCH SOMEONE’S EYE?

PERSONAL DATA

   NAME ADDRESS (LOCAL & PERMANENT) PHONE NUMBER (LOCAL & PERMANENT)  E-MAIL BRIAN D SANDERS Home: School: 6897 Red Lane 278 Ocean Way Thurmond, MD 28771 Ocean Town, MD 21998 (301) 555-7897 (410) 555-4444 . [email protected]

CAREER

(OPTIONAL)

   ONE OR TWO PHRASES NOT TOO VAGUE OR TOO SPECIFIC BEST WRITTEN FOR A PARTICULAR JOB  EXAMPLE To develop and apply planning, analysis, and financial management skills in a new or an established organization

EDUCATION

   DEGREE UNIVERSITY AND LOCATION GRADUATION DATE    FOREIGN STUDY PROGRAMS GPA RELEVANT COURSES

EXAMPLE

Bachelor of Science In … Salisbury University, Salisbury, MD May 2004 GPA- Major: 3.6/4.0 Overall: 3.2/4.0 Relevant coursework; Financial Management, Marketing

or describe activities in classes.

Top 10 things

employers look for in a resume 1.Computer

2. Communication 3. Leadership 4. Interpersonal 5. Adaptable/Flexible 6. Analytical/problem solving 7. Teamwork 8. Integrative and life long learner 9. Mathematics 10. Foreign Language  Embed these skills in your resume

THINK “GENERAL” SKILLS

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Computer literate-Ex. programming languages, word processing , etc.

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Communication-writing, speaking,etc.

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Interpersonal-diversity, ethical, respect

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Analytical/Problem Solving-systematic, logical, creative, focused, judges well

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Adaptable/Flexible-able to change, relocate

GENERAL SKILLS

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Teamwork-works well with others, understands group dynamics

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Leadership-energetic, enthusiastic, initiative driven, organized, decisive

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Integrative and Life-Long Learner-Tolerates entry-level, humble, patient, open to ideas

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Mathematics-Basic computation skills

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Foreign Language

EXAMPLES OF SKILLS

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Computer literate-Lotus 1-2-3, Microsoft Word, Harvard Graphics, etc.

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Communication-Corresponded with alumni on progress of fraternity house expansion and fundraiser

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Interpersonal-Assisted incoming students with transition to college

Continued Examples of Skills

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Analytical/Problem Solving-Assisted with accreditation of American Chemical Society Student Chapter

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Adaptable/Flexible-Worked full time, earning 100% of educational expenses

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Teamwork-Completed many team projects for class such as …

Continued Examples of Skills

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Leadership-Served as president of...

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Integrative and Life-Long Learner Advanced from freshmen orientation program to peer counselor

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Mathematics-Using Access, developed data base for senior project

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Foreign Language-Lived closely with 12 students and professor (foreign study)

EXPERIENCE

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PAID EMPLOYMENT INTERNSHIPS VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE EXAMPLE

 Intern Summer 2002 Dean Witter Reynolds Inc., Ocean City, MD Coordinated three marketing seminars for 100 employees and analyzed market events such as…

ACCOMPLISHMENT STATEMENT

EXAMPLE

Created a multi-media presentation for Career Services at Salisbury University which is currently being used as part of a Resume Workshop

ACTIVITIES

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LIST ORGANIZATIONS STATE YOUR ROLE BRIEFLY DESCRIBE, IF APPLICABLE EXAMPLE

 Chairperson, LEADS Program 2000-03 Counseled local “high risk” elementary school students on the importance of education

HONORS

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SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDS HONORARY SOCIETIES DEAN’S LIST GRADUATING WITH HONORS

EXAMPLE   Recipient of the OUTSTANDING HISTORY STUDENT AWARD University Trustee Scholarship

Overall

Appearance

   Encourage Individuality Utilize inviting and easy to read format – Clear and professional font sizes and styles (10 – 14pt) – – Create visual impact using bullets, boldface to emphasize key words Apply adequate margins Print on high quality (16-25 lb.) bond paper – White or off white paper is generally preferred

Organization & Format

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Appropriate length: 1 page for every 5-7 years of work experience (limit to 2 pgs) Present strongest qualifications first Brief succinct language; no unnecessary words Appropriate format includes keyword phrases of profession Begin phrases or sentences with powerful action verbs

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Don’t list anything that has to do with your high school experiences. They are considered “expired”

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Don’t include your GPA unless 3.0 or higher

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Don’t include specific addresses for your employment; the state and county is all you need

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Don’t use any font larger than 16 point

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Don’t include any personal information other than email, permanent/present address, phone #

OTHER

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SOMETHING UNIQUE

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DIFFERENT EXAMPLE

Head Counselor and Lead Instructor of St.Mary’s College Sailing school in St. Mary’s City, MD

REFERENCES

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USUALLY NOT INCLUDED ON RESUME ATTACHED WITH RESUME AS A DIFFERENT SHEET IF PREFERRED

REFERENCES

for

JOHN WILLIAMS

Employer, 1999-2003  President Blaine Smith The Feed Company 1234 Sandy RD Wayne, TX 22391 (555) 555-5847 [email protected]

 Charlie Endicott,Associate Director Career Services Salisbury University Salisbury, MD 21801 410-543-6075 [email protected]

Academic Advisor & Instructor

Tips for Choosing References

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Consider different types of references

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Get permission to use someone

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Collect all details from each reference

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Keep your references informed

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Be sure to thank your references

Recruiter Pet Peeves

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Spelling errors, typos, poor grammar Too duty-oriented; talk accomplishments Missing/inaccurate dates Missing/inaccurate contact info Poor formatting Long resume Long, dense paragraphs-use bullets

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