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CAREER DEVELOPMENT - RESUME GUIDELINES
WHAT
INFORMATION SHOULD BE INCLUDED IN A RESUME?
| PERSONAL INFORMATION |
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Formal name |
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Correct mailing address |
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Permanent mailing address (if different) |
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Phone number
(during normal business hours) |
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e-mail address
(if you check it frequently). |
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| CAREER OBJECTIVE |
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Briefly indicate the kind of work you want to do now |
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Do not make your objective so specific that you will not be considered for a broader range of positions |
| EDUCATION |
Begin with your most recent education. If you have graduated from a college or a community college, you do not need
to include your high school education. |
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List all schools attended with the following information: |
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Degree or certificate to be earned |
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Date of degree or anticipated graduation date |
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Name of School |
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Major or minor |
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GPA if appropriate |
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Certifications |
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Honors/Awards |
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Computer Languages/Skills |
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Related Coursework (Optional) - You may also include relevant courses that you have completed, papers that were written, seminars attended and independent projects that are related to the job you are seeking. |
| WORK EXPERIENCE |
Describe all jobs, internships, co-op education, volunteer work, and research experiences. List your most recent position first. Include the following in each description: |
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Job Title |
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Name of organization |
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City and State |
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Dates of Employment |
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Skills Used |
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Scope of Responsibilities |
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Description of Accomplishments |
| OPTIONAL INFORMATION |
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Certifications |
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Honors |
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Awards |
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Language Skills - Clarify level of proficiency |
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Computer Languages - List all computer languages
you know and computer systems you are familiar with. Include special computer
related experience. |
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Interests and Activities - Include all community service related activities in which you are presently involved |
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Other Skills - List specific relevant skills such as typing speed |
| REFERENCES |
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You may state that "references are available upon request. However, be prepared to immediately provide at least three references with contact information |
TIPS
- Avoid the use of "I" by using short phrases instead of sentences
- Use the past or present tense of verbs
- Avoid phrases such as "duties included" and "responsible for"
- Use Action Verbs
How can some "polish" be added
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