Transcript Resume Writing Basics

Resume Writing Basics
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CAREER SERVICES
Why You Need a Resume
 Advertise a product - YOU!
What the Employer Needs to Know
• Who you are
• What job you want
• Name, address, phone,
e-mail
• Objective Statement
• What have you done
• Qualifications
• What you can do
• Your skills/abilities
• Pages 15-19 in Career Guide
Before You Write Your Resume
 Think about all your past jobs, activities, and
education
What Goes On Your Resume
 Header
 Objective
 Education
 G.P.A., Courses Related, Certifications,
 Employment Experience
 Skill/Abilities
 Organizations
 Honors
Refer to pages 15-19 in Career Guide
What Not to Put on a Resume
 Personal information like your birth date,
marital status, religion, ethnic group,
gender, or health
 Reasons why you left your previous jobs
 Salaries from other jobs
 Your picture or photo
 Your references
Resume Ethics
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 Always present an honest & accurate picture of
what you have accomplished and who you are
 Your resume must be supported by your
references: instructors, employers, etc
 Be able to describe in detail all that you put on
your resume
 The consequences of false or misleading resume
claims can be serious
 Professionalism
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Finishing Touches That Make a Difference
 Spell Check
 Grammar Check
 Have someone else critique your resume
 Use good bond paper
 Use a simple font
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