Resumes

A resume template has been added to your Google Drive folder I shared with you.

Please create a resume using either the template or your own document.  You may view some resume tips by downloading the  Resume Writing Checklist.

Your resume is a summary of your personal data, your educational background and training, your professional experience and qualifications. It is not a detailed work history or an autobiography.

YOUR RESUME SHOULD BE:

• Brief: Limit your resume to one page and list only those experiences and achievements relevant to the type of position.
• Well organized: Make sure your resume is easy to follow. Choose headings that best describe the content of the section. Rank information from most relevant to least relevant.
• Easy to skim: Write using fragments instead of sentences, and use bullets to highlight key points. Employers will review your resume in 15-20 seconds so it is vital that they are able to locate the most pertinent information quickly and easily.
• Visually attractive: Create a positive impression. Use consistent margins, generous spacing, and a crisp typeface that is easy to read (avoid script or decorative fonts). Use bold and italic fonts to help guide the readers’ eye throughout the resume. If you are printing your resume, use a laser printer or high quality copier and white or light color high quality paper.
• Correct: Be 100 percent honest and positive. Never falsify or exaggerate information. Pay close attention to your grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Use the spell checker on your computer, proofread your final draft, and have a fresh set of eyes proofread.

A resume is a marketing tool, that is likely to be evaluated in less than 20 seconds, therefore, you want to make sure your resume is concise, easy to read, and attractive. Follow these quick resume tips to create a competitive and effective resume that is sure to get you noticed.

• Select the right type of paper (Use 8 ½ by 11 inch, light in color, 24-28 pound bond paper).
• Limit the length of your resume to one page.
• Balance your resume on the page with all margins being at least ½ inch. One-inch margins are preferred.
• Tailor your resume to each job – one resume does not fit all jobs!
• Select the format that best highlights your skills and experience.
• Organize your information in order of importance from the employers’ perspective.
• Include relevant information only.
• Resume language is short, concise, to-the point, action-oriented, and results-oriented.
• Use present tense for your current position and past tense for past experiences.
• Use ACTION words — for a list of words visit our web page.
• Phrases are recommended over complete sentences.
• Avoid the use of the pronoun “I.”
• Limit bold, underlined and italic type.
• No more than two font styles.
• Font size should not go below 10 point or above 14 point.
• Emphasize by CAPITALIZING and using bullets.
• Emphasize accomplishments.
• Create white space and visually pleasing formats.
• Design for easy skimming.
• Use specifications and numbers.
• Give examples to illustrate skills/traits.
• Proofread, proofread, and proofread!

Examples of resumes:

Student 1  – Examples of concurrent enrollment, organization responsibilities, additional skills, community service

Student 2 – Examples of education, activities leadership, community service

Student 3 – Examples of community service, work experience

Student 4 – Formatting example

Student 5 – Examples of profile, education, fast food and restaurant work experience, key skills, community service

Student 6 – Example of formatting, lawn service and auto service job tasks, awards, auto certifications

Student 7 – Examples of future plans, computer and ag skills, leadership, community service, ag work experience

Student 8 – Examples of quick stop clerk position and livestock/farming position

Student 9  – Examples of fast food crew member job duties

Student 10 – Examples of fast food crew member position and oilfield position

Student 11 – Examples of Skills section as well as Work Experience that involves fast food crew member

Student 12 – Examples of Certifications, Work Experience, Education, and Community Service sections of resume

Student 13 – Examples of Objective, Education, Achievements, Honors, Certifications, Community Service, and Work Experience sections of resume

Student 14 – Examples of Education, Work Experience, Key Skills, Certifications, and Community Service sections of resume

Student 15 – Examples of Work Experience in the oil and gas industry and Key Skills sections of resume

Student 16 – Examples of Sonic Car Hop Work Experience as well as Digital Design skills sections of resume

Student 17 – Examples of Collision Repair Work Experience and Key Skills sections of resume

Student 18 – Examples of various sections of resumes

Student 19 – Examples of various Work Experience descriptions for resume

Student 20 – Good examples of various sections of resume

Additional examples – https://www.resumebuilder.com/resume-examples/.

For additional information visit http://nwtech.edu/alvacc/resumes/.