Career Resources

Resume Template Guidance

When using Google Docs, you can find five resume templates under the "General" category in the "Template Gallery." 

Potential Experiences to Include in Your Resume:

1. Academic Achievements:

   • Participation in specialized academies or programs

   • Membership in academic clubs (e.g., math club, debate team)

   • Peer tutoring or mentoring roles

   • Advanced Placement (AP) distinctions or National Merit recognition

   • Leadership roles in Associated Student Body (ASB)

   • Participation in school clubs and honor societies

2. Athletics:

   • School or community sports teams (e.g., swim, soccer, baseball)

   • Individual athletic accomplishments or leadership roles (e.g., team captain)

3. Community Service:

   • Volunteer work (e.g., charity events, soup kitchens, park cleanups)

   • Participation in local outreach programs

4. Cultural and Language Activities:

   • Involvement in cultural clubs (e.g., International Food Club, Latin Club)

   • Participation in cultural dance, music lessons, or performances

   • Learning or tutoring others in a second language

5. Journalism and Publications:

   • Contributions to the school newspaper or yearbook

   • Managing or writing for social media platforms

   • Working on publications or blogs

6. Religious Involvement:

   • Participation in missionary work

   • Youth group or church group leadership roles

   • Community outreach through religious organizations

7. Service Learning:

   • Teaching or tutoring others in areas such as academics or the arts

   • Involvement in educational programs (e.g., drug prevention lessons)

8. Student Government and Political Interest:

   • Leadership positions in ASB

   • Participation in Model UN, Mock Trial, or similar political simulations

   • Involvement in school or local government initiatives

9. Technology and STEM Activities:

   • Participation in robotics teams or competitions

   • Web design, coding, or software development projects

   • Involvement in tech-related clubs or hackathons

10. Work Experience:

    • Any paid employment, whether full-time, part-time, or seasonal

11. Work-Based Learning:

    • Participation in internships, job shadowing, or apprenticeships

    • Involvement in cooperative education programs

12. Family Responsibilities:

    • Regular duties such as childcare, homework support, cooking, cleaning, or yard work that demonstrate responsibility and time management