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Resume Central
Your resume is the first step toward a new career opportunity. It makes sense to spend some time composing it
properly. This area is devoted to helping you do that. Here's what you'll find:
If you'd like to send us your resume, please see Submit Resume.
What is a Resume?
A resume is:
- a personal statement about your skills and experience
- a "sell sheet" that tells an employer who you are (not just what you can do)
- a record of your accomplishments
- a tool that can get you an interview - not a job
A resume is NOT:
- a job description
- a guarantee of a job
- a substitute for networking, phone calls, trade shows, or other job-seeking techniques
Resume Types
1. Chronological
Stresses time - for example, what companies you worked for and how long you worked for them
- emphasizes a solid work record
- illustrates progressive responsibility
- highlights education
- works well when seeking a job similar to ones you've already had
To see examples of chronological resumes, click below. Documents are available in
Microsoft Word or PDF formats. (Note: you must have Adobe Acrobat reader to view PDF documents. A link to this free software can be found
at the bottom of this page.)
2. Functional
Stresses skills and results
- removes age bias
- emphasizes results
- shows skills you have and how you've used them
- allows you to transfer "old" job skills to a new position
- ideal for first-time job seekers, students, and those returning to work
To see examples of functional resumes, click below. Documents are available in
Microsoft Word or PDF formats.
(Note: you must have Adobe Acrobat reader to view PDF documents. A link to this free software can be found
at the bottom of this page.)
Resume Basics
- length - one-page resumes are out (however, be concise and use only the number of pages necessary to
describe your work history and accomplishments. If you use multiple pages, be sure the
additional information is necessary).
- use plenty of white space
- underline to break up monotony
- use consistent margins
- use no more than two fonts
A Resume Includes…
- name - use middle initial, no nicknames
- address - avoid using a P.O. box, make sure street abbreviations are correct, and use the ZIP+4 if possible
- email address - personal e-mail address
- phone number - home and work if possible
- summary - a concise overview of your skills and qualifications as they pertain to the industry and the position you are applying for
- accomplishments - emphasize results, use action verbs and quantify results (use numbers and percentages for maximum effect)
- work experience - your job responsibilities and duties
- education - list this below your work experience
- personal information - leave it out unless it adds special emphasis such as foreign languages, study abroad or hobbies that support your career interests - Avoid religious or political beliefs
- references - list on a separate sheet of paper and furnish them only if asked (Be sure you've contacted your references in advance to get their permission to use them)
The Cover Letter
The cover letter is a "companion" to your resume and can provide a customized, personal introduction.
See our Cover Letter page for tips on how to construct an effective cover letter.
The Resume Kit
 For a good resource on how to create a resume for maximum impact, we recommend
The Resume Kit by Richard H. Beatty.
You can find and purchase this book right now by using our amazon.com link.
The Resume Kit, 4th Edition
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Click here to download Acrobat Reader.
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