A resume is as unique as the person creating it. This is your opportunity to shine as a potential student, volunteer, and employee! Use these suggestions and resources to help you through this process.
Brainstorm the Content
Before you start, you will need to think about all your skills, accomplishments, and work experience. The resume is your opportunity to brag, so think of anything that will make you stand out.
Make a copy of this Resume Cheat Sheet to brainstorm items you can put in a resume.
Action Matters
Use action verbs to highlight your achievements and add numbers or data when possible. Check out some of these websites to help you learn more:
Building Your Resume
Once you know what you can add, use a free online resume building tool, such as Jobscan, to build your resume.
There are many online resume builders available, but be careful about which sites you choose to use. This article provides a vetted list of free resume builders as a good place to start.
Check out these other helpful resources
Guide & Resume Templates for High School Students, College Essay Guy
High School Resume Examples & Writing Tips, The Balance Career