Why A High School Resume Matters

Your high school student resume is a short summary of who you are, what you’ve done in high school, and what you bring to an opportunity, whether that’s a part-time job, internship, or college application. Even if you’ve never had paid work, including activities like clubs, volunteer work, and awards, can make your resume stand out.

Common High School Resume Components:

• Basic Information: Name & Contact Information

• Objective or Summary Statement

• Education

• Work Experience (part-time jobs count)

• Relevant Skills (including soft skills)

• Extracurricular Activities

• Volunteer Work

• Awards, Honors, Accomplishments, and Leadership Roles

• Special Skills

• References