RESUME WRITING-Part 2

1. RESUME WRITING-Part 2 Mr. Endicott Personal Career Planning Class

2. We will start from the top section and move down • Each section will be specifically studied • You should come out with a precise idea of how you want to do the resume • There are NO specific templates to use • Everyone’s resume is different We have learned about types and layouts-so how do we write our resume?

3. NAME • ADDRESS (LOCAL & PERMANENT IF NEEDED) • PHONE NUMBER (CELL, LOCAL & PERMANENT LANDLINES) • E-MAIL (MAKE SURE IT IS PROFESSIONAL) BRIAN D SANDERSHome: School: 6897 Red Lane 278 Ocean Way Thurmond, MD 28771 Ocean Town, MD 21998 (301) 555-7897 (410) 555-4444 .Student@salisbury.edu PERSONAL DATA or what is called “The Banner or Heading”-no information about age, height, weight, gender, marital status, race, religion, photograph, ss#, etc.

4. ONE OR TWO PHRASES • NOT TOO VAGUE OR TOO SPECIFIC • BEST WRITTEN FOR A PARTICULAR JOB • EXAMPLE “To develop and apply planning, analysis, and financial management skills in a new or an established organization” CAREER OBJEECTIVE(OPTIONAL)

5. DEGREE-(Graduation Date) • MAJOR/MINOR • GPA • UNIVERSITY AND LOCATION • FOREIGN STUDY PROGRAMS • RELEVANT COURSES-??-May be separate section EXAMPLE: Bachelor of Science In … May 201X Major: Management/Minor: Psychology Major GPA: 3.6/4.0-Overall GPA: 3.2/4.0 Salisbury University, Salisbury, MD Relevant Coursework: Financial Management-describe activities in class. Must be upper level class. Only 2-3 classes. EDUCATION

6. INTERNSHIPS • VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE • COMMUNITY SERVICE EXPERIENCE • RELATED PART-TIME JOBS EXAMPLE Intern Summer 201X Dean Witter Reynolds Inc., Ocean City, MD - • Coordinated three marketing seminars for 100 employees and analyzed market events such as… Other Experience

7. Paid employment • List most recent job first • For each job that you select, list your job title first, employers name, city and state, dates of employment, brief results oriented descriptions-give examples EXAMPLE: Manager Trainee Summer 201X Dean Witter Reynolds Inc., Ocean City, MD • Coordinated three marketing seminars for 100 employees and analyzed market events such as… WORK EXPERIENCE

8. ACTIVITIES • LIST ORGANIZATIONS • STATE YOUR ROLE • BRIEFLY DESCRIBE IF APPLICABLE EXAMPLE Chairperson, LEADS Program 201X-1X • Counseled local “high risk” elementary school students on the importance of education

9. SCHOLARSHIPS • AWARDS • HONORARY SOCIETIES • DEAN’S LIST • GRADUATING WITH HONORS EXAMPLE: • Outstanding History Student Award- Salisbury University • University Trustee Scholarship -SU Academic Scholarship HONORS

10. OTHER??- Usually not a good title-consider using such titles as “Awards/Honors, Volunteer Work, Community Services, Activities, Certificates, etc.” • Must be pertinent to your job objective • Include activities such as memberships, leadership offices held, professional associations, social and school organizations • All of this shows you are well-rounded and able to work with others • NO high school listings anywhere! Only a few exceptions EXAMPLE: Activities: • “Served as Head Counselor and Lead Instructor of St. Mary's College Sailing school in St. Mary’s City, MD”

11. Do not include on your resume • Use separate page of resume paper • Only people who can attest to your workability and personal qualities • 3-5 references • List name, title, employer, phone, email, and relationship to you • Grad school references usually academic Reference Page Rules

12. Consider different types of references • Get permission to use someone • Go over all details for each reference-what is required • All requirements of school or employer requesting the reference should be addressed by YOU • Keep your references informed • Be sure to thank your references Tips for Choosing References

13. Mr. Blaine SmithDr. Rebecca Emery President Director of Career Services The Feed Company Salisbury University 1234 Sandy RD 1101 Camden Avenue Wayne, TX 22391 Salisbury, MD 21801 (555) 555-5847 410-543-6075 Bsmith@feed.com raemery@salisbury.edu Supervisor Direct Supervisor Mr. Charlie Endicott Associate Director of Career Services Salisbury University Salisbury, MD 21801 410-543-6075 rcendicott@salisbury.edu Academic Advisor REFERENCES ofJOHN WILLIAMS

14. Do not include these items in your Resume • Don’t list anything that has to do with your high school experiences. They are considered “expired” • Don’t include your GPA unless 3.0 or higher • Don’t include specific addresses for your employment; the state and county is all you need • Don’t use any font larger than 16 point-only use this for name • Don’t include any personal information other than email, permanent/present address, phone # • Don’t include spelling or grammatical errors

15. 1.Organized & conscientious 2. Communication 3. Leadership 4. Interpersonal 5. Adaptable/flexible 6. Analytical/problem solving 7. Teamwork 8. Positive attitude 9. Energy 10. Passion/enthusiasm • Embed these skills in your resume Top 10 things employers look for in a resume

16. Spelling errors, typos, poor grammar • Too duty-oriented; talk accomplishments • Missing/inaccurate dates • Missing/inaccurate contact info • Poor formatting • Long resume • Long, dense paragraphs-use bullets Recruiter Pet Peeves

17. Computer literate- Lotus 1-2-3, HTML, Dream Weaver, etc. • Communication-Corresponded with alumni on progress of fraternity house expansion and fundraiser • Interpersonal- Assisted incoming students with transition to college • Analytical/Problem Solving- Assisted with accreditation of American Chemical Society Student Chapter • Adaptable/Flexible-Worked full time, earning 100% of educational expenses • Teamwork-Completed many team projects for class such as…. • Leadership -Served as president of... • Mathematics-Using Access, developed data base for senior project • Foreign Language-Lived closely with 12 students and professor (foreign study) while doing internship in Ghana EXAMPLES OF SKILLS

18. A Well Written Resume Will Get Your In the Door