Career & Resume Development 

BUILDING YOUR FIRST RESUME

One way to create a resume very easily is to start with a Google Doc.

1. Go to your Google Drive

2. Click the "+ New" button in the top left corner

3. Instead of simply clicking "Google Docs", highlight over the arrow to the right of that category

4. Choose "From a Template"

5. Click the General Template tab (if it is not already selected)

6. Scroll down to the Resume Section and choose a template that speaks to you

7. Create your own copy of the document, save it with a title that may easily be found, and then edit away

8. Remember your resume is a "living document" - as you will continuously add to it moving forward, accepting new jobs and learning new skills

9. ITEMS TO INCLUDE ON A RESUME:  Clear contact information, work history with description of job responsibilities, volunteer experience, any awards or accolades, club or athletic involvements (highlighting any leadership roles you have held), additional skills - computer skills, language skills, etc.

10. When you are writing about each job, use a bulleted list to organize what your responsibilities are (or were) starting each bullet with a unique action verb - examples:  Organized, Administered, Created, Outlined, Programmed, Produced, Established, Implemented, etc.  Here is a link to an article with suggestions for additional words and phrases to use: https://www.themuse.com/advice/185-powerful-verbs-that-will-make-your-resume-awesome

If you would like a pre-made resume template, please check out the following document:  RESUME TEMPLATE

Need more help with building a resume to display your skills and experiences?

ResumeBuilder.com offers resources and tools aimed to help high schoolers create resumes that can frame their current life experiences in a way that highlights them as well-rounded, quality individuals for their college, career, and scholarship applications. Check out the following links for more information:

• High School Resume Examples

• Build a Resume

An article with more suggestions and tips for resume writing:
https://novoresume.com/career-blog/high-school-resume

Jonathan Nardi

Guidance & Career Counselor at Natick High School

Email: jnardi@natickps.org

Office Phone: 508-647-6400 ex. 1656

Fax: 508-651-7145