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Resumes are crucial in the job application process as they serve as a concise yet comprehensive representation of a candidate's qualifications. They provide an important role in showcasing a candidate's professionalism and value to potential employers.
CONTACT
CONTACT
First, every resume NEEDS to include your contact information! Without this part, potential employers will not be able to reach out if they are interested in your application. This is a MUST!
What to Include:
What to Include:
Full Name
Phone Number
Email Address
Mailing Address
LinkedIn Profile(Optional)
PROFILE/SUMMARY
PROFILE/SUMMARY
Second, a brief resume objective should be included. This allows employers to understand you a little bit more and know why you are applying to them. Some also know this as a "Profile" or "Summary".
What to Include:
What to Include:
Career Goals
What you bring to the table
What you are looking for
Descriptive words about yourself
EXPERIENCE
EXPERIENCE
Thirdly, one of the most important parts of your resume is past professional experiences. You should list all the different types of jobs you had so far. This can include, internships, part time and full time jobs, clubs, personal projects, community service events, etc.
What to Include:
What to Include:
The name of the company, event, organization, etc.
A title for yourself and your role during the experience
Location
Dates from and to
A quick description of responsibilites and achievements you preformed
EDUCATION
EDUCATION
Fourth, make sure to include your educational background. This allows employers to know if you have the education needed for certain jobs and the knowledge for specific tasks.
What to Include:
What to Include:
Mention the name of the institution
Degree earned
Graduation date
Major (if applicable)
SKILLS
SKILLS
Fifth, include skills that relate to yourself. Highlight both technical and soft skills that are relevant to the jobs you are applying for. You may even categorize them.
What to Include:
What to Include:
Technical Skills (examples):
Web development
Graphic designing
Financial management
Soft Skills (examples):
Problem-solving
Adaptability
Time management
AWARDS/ACHIEVEMENTS
AWARDS/ACHIEVEMENTS
Sixth, if you have any achievements and awards make sure to have them in your resume! These can make you stand out against other candidates.
What to Include:
What to Include:
Relevant awards
Recognitions
Notable achievements
LANGUAGE
LANGUAGE
Seventh, include any languages you may speak. This makes your resume more unique and versatile.
What to Include:
What to Include:
Any languages and how well you speak them (examples):
Spanish (fluent)
English (fluent)
French (low proficiency)
REFERENCE
REFERENCE
Lastly, include any references you may have. References can boost your resume because they show that other qualified professionals can speak on behalf of you.
What to Include:
What to Include:
First and Last Name
A form of contact (Phone number, email, etc.)
What relation do they have to you
RESUME EXAMPLES
RESUME EXAMPLES
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