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Resume Writing Basics

Why You Need a Resume

Advertise a product - YOU!

What the Employer Needs to Know

• Who you are • Name, address, phone, e-mail

• What job you want • Objective Statement

• What have you done • Qualifications

• Your skills/abilities• What you can do

• Pages 15-19 in Career Guide

Before You Write Your Resume

Think about all your past jobs, activities, and education

What Goes On Your Resume

HeaderObjectiveEducationG.P.A., Courses Related, Certifications, Employment ExperienceSkill/AbilitiesOrganizationsHonors

Refer to pages 15-19 in Career Guide

What Not to Put on a Resume

Personal information like your birth date, marital status, religion, ethnic group, gender, or health

Reasons why you left your previous jobs

Salaries from other jobsYour picture or photoYour references

Resume Ethics7

Always present an honest & accurate picture of what you have accomplished and who you are

Your resume must be supported by your references: instructors, employers, etc

Be able to describe in detail all that you put on your resume

The consequences of false or misleading resume claims can be serious

Professionalism My Space/Facebook

Finishing Touches That Make a Difference

Spell CheckGrammar CheckHave someone else critique your resumeUse good bond paperUse a simple font

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Visit our web site at http://career-services@tamucc.edu