Transcript Resumes
The first impression is the most important Use the “BIG” and save the “little” Sell it to me.. Don’t tell it to me Document your key skills, qualifications, achievements and knowledge Use key action words specific for your profession Use function to demonstrate achievement Remain in the realm of reality Be confident! Provided by the Office of Career Services at Governors State University 2010 Full legal name Permanent address Permanent telephone number and include the area code Email-address Include your web-site address if you have an electronic teaching portfolio, resume, etc. Provided by the Office of Career Services at Governors State University 2010 Graduation date GPA may be included, but does not have to be List most recent educational information first! Include your degree, major/minor, institution contact information Mention academic honors Provided by the Office of Career Services at Governors State University 2010 List dates from most recent to least recent Certification and endorsements Professional work experiences Internships/Student teaching Other relevant experience, voluntary or paid Avoid personal pronouns, like “I,” “me,” or “my” Provided by the Office of Career Services at Governors State University 2010 Language abilities Technology skills Study or travel abroad Professional memberships Leadership positions (campus/community) Conference attendance/participation Volunteer activities/civic contributions Training (work or school) Provided by the Office of Career Services at Governors State University 2010 Honors, awards, distinctions Exhibits, presentations, publications Extracurricular interests Professional development Course highlights Scholarships License(s) & Endorsements Coaching certification Objective statement Summary of Qualifications Provided by the Office of Career Services at Governors State University 2010 Be sure to keep your resume to 1 page; educators are not held to this rule The resume should stimulate interest, not overwhelm with information Make it easy to read and pleasing to the eye; do not smash everything in! Do not write your autobiography or provide unnecessary personal data 10 years is sufficient Provided by the Office of Career Services at Governors State University 2010 Title of “Resume” Philosophy statement Personal statement Reason for leaving previous positions Availability Date prepared Availability to travel or relocate Salary Photographs Provided by the Office of Career Services at Governors State University 2010 Avoid repetition Proofread; watch spelling and grammar! Short phrases are a must Do not fasten pages with staples or clips Provided by the Office of Career Services at Governors State University 2010 Make the format consistent Always notify references Bring extra copies of your resume to your interview Make it attractive and well organized Provided by the Office of Career Services at Governors State University 2010 Use white or off white resume quality paper Use 8-1/2 X 11-inch paper Print on one side of the paper Use a font size of 11-12 points If you must mail your resume, put it in a large envelope Provided by the Office of Career Services at Governors State University 2010 Use non-decorative typefaces Choose one typeface and stick to it! Avoid italics, script, and underlined words Do not use horizontal or vertical lines, graphics, or shading Provided by the Office of Career Services at Governors State University 2010 Chronological: Emphasizes position titles by dates of employment; most common Functional: Emphasizes skills and abilities and de-emphasizes specific positions and dates Combination: Combines the above two to create a resume that emphasizes both dates and titles as well as skills and accomplishments. Provided by the Office of Career Services at Governors State University 2010 Education Governors State University, University Park, IL Master of Arts Degree in Business Admin, Expected May 2009 Education Governors State University, University Park, IL Master of Arts Degree in Business Admin, Expected May 2009 Professional Skills Sales Telemarketed as an order-taker for ….. Performed cold, door-to-door sales calls to …… Solicited business professionals for d……. Profitted from……. Communication Composed business news articles Drafted professional letters for …….. Performed written and verbal…….. Supervised a group of………….. Entrepreneurial Designed, published and promoted…….. Established, managed, and sold……. Founded and maintained......... Professional Highlights Sales Telemarketed as an order-taker for ….. Performed cold, door-to-door sales calls to …… Solicited business professionals for d……. Communication Composed business news articles Drafted professional letters for …….. Performed written and verbal…….. Entrepreneurial Designed, published and promoted…….. Established, managed, and sold……. Founded and maintained......... Honors National Honor Society: 4 Semesters Dean's List: 4 Semesters Honor Roll: 2 Semesters Professional History ABC Company, Chicago, IL, Sales Manager (August 2006-Present) Acme INC, Homewood, IL, Supervising Manager (April 2000-June 2006) General Merchants, Chicago, IL, Sales Associate (May 1996-March 2000) Computer Skills Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Adobe……….. Computer Skills Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Adobe……….. Functional Chrono-Functional Provided by the Office of Career Services at Governors State University 2010 Your name and address Date Name and address of the person and company Salutation Opening paragraph, body, and closing paragraph Signature Provided by the Office of Career Services at Governors State University 2010 Opening paragraph: State your purpose Body paragraph: Highlight qualifications and experiences, sell yourself as a competent and committed professional Closing paragraph: Should point to the next step Provided by the Office of Career Services at Governors State University 2010 708-235-3974 Room A1120 Provided by the Office of Career Services at Governors State University 2010