High School Resume Essentials

This video tutorial by Philip Chesney guides high school students on creating effective resumes using Microsoft Word. It covers essential sections like contact information, summary, education, work experience, achievements, volunteer work, skills, and interests. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of showcasing both formal and informal experiences and provides tips on formatting and finalizing the resume. The goal is to help students create a positive impression and secure job interviews.

Why is it important for high school students to have a resume?

• To apply for college scholarships

• To showcase their formal work experience

• To apply for part-time or seasonal jobs

• To impress their teachers

What should be included in the education section of a high school resume?

• Only extracurricular activities

• Name, location, and GPA if it's above average

• Only the name of the school

• Just the GPA

What is the purpose of the summary or objective section in a resume?

• To provide contact information

• To describe personal hobbies

• To highlight top skills and achievements

• To list all previous jobs

How can high school students include work experience if they haven't had a formal job?

• By listing volunteer work only

• By listing their favorite subjects

• By including informal jobs like lawn care

• By leaving the section blank

What type of achievements should be included in a high school resume?

• Achievements from family events

• Only academic awards

• Awards from sports, clubs, and academics

• Only sports achievements

Why is it beneficial to include volunteer experience on a resume?

• It is required by all employers

• It fills up space on the resume

• It shows a commitment to community service

• It replaces the need for work experience

What skills are important to list on a high school resume?

• Skills that are commonly required by employers

• Only language skills

• Skills that are not related to the job

• Only sports skills

How can activities and interests benefit a resume?

• They replace the need for a summary

• They show the recruiter's personal life

• They provide insight into the student's personality

• They are not necessary

What is the final step after adding all sections to a resume?

• Adding more personal information

• Formatting and checking for alignment

• Submitting it to employers

• Removing unnecessary sections

What is the main goal of creating a resume for high school students?

• To get an interview opportunity

• To impress friends

• To fill out a job application

• To apply for college