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RESUMES What is a resume? A resume is a marketing tool you use to sell yourself to a potential employer. The goal of the resume is make the employer want to interview you.
An effective resume should convince the employer that your qualifications match the qualifications they’re looking for. Therefore, the best resume is a resume that is TARGETED to the specific position you’re applying for. This means each resume you send out should be different!
What goes on a resume?
There are some basic things that should always be on your resume, like your education, experience, and contact info, but the key to knowing what to include in your resume is to ask yourself, “How have I obtained the qualifications to do this job I’m applying for?” Those are the things to include and highlight in your resume.
Heading: Consists of your name and contact information (mailing address, phone number, and email address)
Education: Start with your most recent education. Include: o Degree Title and Major (even if you’re not done- can put “Pursuing” in front or “(in progress)” behind) o Name of School, City, State o Minors or Emphasis areas o Graduation date (or anticipated date if close to finishing, or date began – Present if not yet close) o Only include your GPA if it is exceptional! o Do NOT include your high school diploma/GED once you have started college
Experience: Can include anything hands-on you’ve done outside of your mandatory school work (done in the classroom) that is relevant to the job you’re applying for, whether it was paid employment or not. Internships, full-time jobs, part-time jobs, summer jobs, volunteer experiences, and other field