WRITING A RESUME

This is also called curriculum vitae, and is a tool that summarizes your skills, educational background, experiences, and other qualifications.

• RESUME

• CONTACT INFORMATION

• SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

• OBJECTIVE STATEMENT

• EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

In this component, you are to list academic honors, scholarships, and extracurricular activities, starting with the most recent educational attainment.

• CONTACT INFORMATION

• SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

• OBJECTIVE STATEMENT

• EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

• EDUCATION

In this component, begin with the most recent experience. Do not use many adjectives and superlatives, as well as jargon.

• CONTACT INFORMATION

• SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

• OBJECTIVE STATEMENT

• EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

• EDUCATION

Appropriate for recent graduates; It is an optional part of a resumé that includes job title, function, industry, and what you can offer to the company.

• CONTACT INFORMATION

• SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

• OBJECTIVE STATEMENT

• EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

• EDUCATION

This component should be written in the third person and in active voice.

• CONTACT INFORMATION

• SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

• OBJECTIVE STATEMENT

• EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

• EDUCATION

This component includes your name, address, contact number, and e-mail address.

• CONTACT INFORMATION

• SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

• OBJECTIVE STATEMENT

• EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

• EDUCATION

Include professional and civic affiliations.

• TRAINING

• ORGANIZATIONS

• PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATIONS

• HONORS AND AWARDS

• REFERENCES AND SIGNATURE

T / F: Do not include religious and political organizations unless you are applying for a job that requires such affiliation.

• TRUE

• FALSE

T / F: Include only pieces of training that have a bearing on the job position you are applying for.

• TRUE

• FALSE

T / F: Never list achievements that have nothing to do with work.

• TRUE

• FALSE