Resume 101

A resume should be a one page summary of your educational background, paid and unpaid experience, volunteer work, and skills you possess. These are usually the most popular sections on resumes; however these can vary depending on the position you are applying for. 

When applying for a specific position be sure to include an objective statement which in essence states the purpose of your resume and is tailored to that position. The information presented in your resume should reflect the skills that you know the employer may be looking for. You want to capitalize on any experience you have that is directly related to the position in which you are applying. 

Also keep in mind that resumes are not to exceed one page in length. This rule is in place because many times employers are reviewing tons of resumes and want to be able to quickly scan resumes and get the gist of the information there. Imagine if an employer was looking at 100 resumes that were all 2-3 pages in length. This may actually require some overtime! 

Be sure to include your contact information on your resume. You want the employer to be able to contact you right? Your resume should also include key words that appear in the job description. This not only shows that you have done your research but also that you are the right person for the job.  

Lastly, make your resume unique to you. No two resumes will be the same due to there being so much variation in formatting and the different sections included in resumes. Use this one page to let the employer see that you are the perfect person for the job.

**Interested in getting your resume critiqued?  Come to our resume walk-in hours!**