Resumes: Your Path to Success
Crafting a compelling resume is essential for securing part-time jobs, internships, or full-time positions. Your resume showcases your skills, experiences, and professional journey to potential employers. Below is a guide that will help you understand the parts of a resume and how to design it effectively.
Resume Sections Checklist Guide
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Name: Use a larger font size and bold text.
Phone Number: Be sure the number is up-to-date and the voicemail message is professional.
Email Address: Use a professional email address (e.g., firstname.lastname@example.com).
LinkedIn Profile: Include a custom LinkedIn URL if you have a strong LinkedIn
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Summary: A few sentences summarizing your professional background, skills, and what you bring to the role.
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List your undergraduate and graduate degrees, and any study abroad programs.- Institution Name: Ñý¼§Ö±²¥, College of Business
- Degree: Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
- Major:
- Minor:
- Certificate:
- Graduation Date: Month, Year
- GPA: if it is requested or above a 3.0
- Relevant Coursework: List courses related to the job you’re applying for
- Honors and Awards: Mention any academic honors or awards received.
- Study Abroad
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Make sure to list your experience starting with the most recent. Summarize your work history. Focus on your impact on the roles. Use Action verbs to begin each bullet point.
- Job Title: Intern, Marketing Assistant, etc.
- Company Name: Name of the company or organization.
- Location: City, State
- Dates of Employment: Month, Year – Month, Year
- Responsibilities: Use bullet points to describe your duties and achievements.
- Achievements: Highlight significant accomplishments and contributions.
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- College Sports (Student Athlete)
- Clubs and Organizations: List any clubs or professional organizations you are part of.
- Leadership Roles: Mention any leadership positions held.
- Community Involvement (Volunteer Experience)
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- Project Title: Name of the project.
- Description: Briefly describe the project and your role in it.
- Outcome: Mention any results or what you learned from the project.
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- Technical Skills: Software proficiency, programming languages, (Canva, Microsoft Office, ).
- Soft Skills: Communication, teamwork, problem-solving etc.
- Certifications: Any relevant certifications you have obtained.
Student Takeaways from Working with the Career Services Team
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Make an appointment with Traci Beighle or Dawson Gremmels in the Gianchetta Student Success Center for personalized assistance with your Resume!