Resume Workshop

Objectives

By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:

Identify the key sections and formatting features of a professional résumé.
Use relevant vocabulary and action verbs to describe their skills, experiences, and accomplishments.
Create a polished draft of their own résumé tailored for job, internship, or college applications.
Evaluate résumés for clarity, relevance, and professionalism.

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Résumé

A brief, formal document listing a person’s education, skills, and work experience.

Objective Statement

A short introduction at the top of a résumé explaining career goals.

Action Verbs

Strong verbs (e.g., “led,” “organized,” “created”) used to describe responsibilities and accomplishments.

Bullet Points

Short, structured lines used to list skills or experiences clearly.

Formatting

The layout and design choices that affect readability and professionalism.

Soft Skills

Personal traits like teamwork, communication, and adaptability.

Hard Skills

Specific, teachable abilities like coding, operating machinery, or speaking a foreign language.

Tailoring

Adjusting a résumé to match the requirements of a specific opportunity.

Chronological Order

Listing experiences from most recent to oldest.

Reference

A person who can speak to your qualifications and experience (usually on a separate document).

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