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GUIDE TO: RESUME WRITING UNH Career Development Center 103 Bartels Student Acti

GUIDE TO: RESUME WRITING UNH Career Development Center 103 Bartels Student Activity Center careerdevelopmentcenter@newhaven.edu www.unhcareercenter.com Contents Purpose of a Resume ........................................................................................................................................................... 3 Formatting a Resume .......................................................................................................................................................... 3 Heading ............................................................................................................................................................................ 3 Objective vs. Profile/ Summary of Skills ........................................................................................................................... 4 Education ......................................................................................................................................................................... 4 Experience ........................................................................................................................................................................ 5 Additional Sections ........................................................................................................................................................... 6 What NOT to Include on a Resume ..................................................................................................................................... 6 Action Words ....................................................................................................................................................................... 7 Sample Resumes.................................................................................................................................................................. 8 Check out our video tutorial for Resume Writing at www.unhcareercenter.com! 2 Purpose of a Resume *The goal of a resume is not to get a job… it is to get an interview. All content should be focused on that goal* - The resume is your first impression to a prospective employer. Therefore, it needs to be well-written, factual, and relevant to the position. - A resume is a marketing tool, designed to sell you to a prospective employer. A resume is designed to market you for the next job you want, not the last one you had! - It is essential to highlight these four main points: 1. Character - Who are you? What makes you unique? 2. Purpose - What do you want? Why are you applying for this job? 3. Experience - What have you done? How are you qualified for this position? 4. Potential - What skills do you possess? Can you apply them to the position? *An employer will visually scan your resume for 30-45 seconds.* Formatting a Resume Organization Create a well-organized resume by using bullet points to list information. Use bold words to emphasize important information and be consistent in placement of the information. Be sure that all content is in reverse-chronological order (most recent position first). Page Length Less is best, so try to keep it to one (1) page, single spaced. If you need more room to showcase your qualifications, then you can have additional pages. Font Size 11-12 point Font Style Use a professional font such as Times New Roman, Georgia, etc. Avoid using different colors – black text only. Margins A minimum .5” border all around Graphics Only use graphics (pictures, designs, etc.) if you are in the graphics industry Resume Templates Avoid using pre-formatted resume templates typically found in Microsoft Word. The point of a resume is to differentiate; using a template makes you conform Heading - The heading section contains your name, address, phone number and your UNH or professional email address. Your name should be the largest item on your resume. Avoid using a header. You can also add a link to your LinkedIn profile and/or an online portfolio. EXAMPLE MICHAEL LEWIS FISHER 343 Leonard Avenue, East Haven, CT 06543 (203) 876-8954 ▪ Johnathan.L.Fisher@gmail.com 3 Objective vs. Profile/ Summary of Skills Many recruiters recommend a Profile or Expertise section instead of an Objective statement. This section provides an overview of your skills and experience in 2-3 sentences or through the use of bullets. Avoid generic statements and try to use keywords from your industry that reflect your skill set. EXAMPLES SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS  Highly motivated individual with valuable experience and education in (field of interest)  Exceptional skills in adapting to multiple working environments  Strong ability to multi-task under pressure and remain attentive to detail  Committed to maintain the highest level of confidentiality EXPERTISE Spanish (fluent) Team-Oriented Criminal Intelligence Leadership Dignitary Protection Problem Solving Self-Motivated Detail-Oriented Service Orientated Active Listener Negotiation Critical Thinking PROFILE Motivated law enforcement graduate with paralegal and business analyst background. Enthusiastic individual with strong work ethic. Tri-lingual with fluency in English, Spanish and Arabic who possesses excellent organizational and time management skills. Excellent in problem assessment and ability to excel in a fast- paced working environment. Education For most college students, your education section is going to be your selling point and should come before your experience section. As you accumulate experience, your education may fall further down on your resume. You do not need to list your high school. It is essential to include the following: • Name of your university (University of New Haven) • University location (West Haven, CT – not New Haven!) • Your degree (include concentrations and minors as appropriate) • Graduation date (without using the word “Expected”) • GPA (if it is a 3.0 or higher), Honors, Scholarships, Awards, etc. If you obtained an Associate degree or a certificate from UNH or another University, you can add in in this section as well. If you attended another University but did not graduate, it is optional to include the name of the school and dates attended. EXAMPLE EDUCATION University of New Haven West Haven, CT Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice May 2014 Concentration: Investigative Services, Minor: Spanish Dean’s List: Fall 2010-Present, GPA: 3.96, Honors Program, Alpha Phi Sigma Honor Society 4 Experience The best way to begin writing your experience section is to grab several sheets of paper and write one experience at the top of each page (internship, job, volunteer, etc.) and list everything that you have done during your experience. Once you have listed all of this information, it will be easier for you to develop this section. Then, incorporate the most important aspects of your positions into strong, action-oriented statements using our list of action words. If you are not currently at a specific job, all action words should be in the past tense. All duties and responsibilities of positions should be listed in order of importance. When writing your bulleted statements for positions held, think of where you added value to an organization and quantify where possible. Did you increase sales? If so, how much did you increase sales? Did you streamline processes? If you trained or supervised, how many individuals did you lead? Stay away from solely listing your job duties. You will want your resume to highlight the skills you have obtained from your various experiences. Think of formatting your statements in this manner: Action + Result + Outcomes = SKILLS EXAMPLES RELATED EXPERIENCE Columbia University Hospital, Department of Nutrition, Dugtown, NY June 2012-Present Assistant Dietetic Technician  Implement meal inspections to ensure patient satisfaction with food service  Provide optimal nourishment based on medical and age specific needs  Assist dietitian supervisor with various supplemental needs of patients Paradise Assisted Senior Living, Wallingford, CT December 2011-May 2012 Dietary Kitchen Staff • Supported staff in food and dining hall preparation, service and maintenance • Assisted with inspections of meal service for 350 residents INTERNSHIP Federal Bureau of Investigation New Haven, CT Intern (500 hours), Assistant Analyst January 2012-December 2012  Participated in investigations involving airline hijackings and hostage situations  Planned and executed mock crime scene scenarios for other interns  Assisted Intern Coordinator with various administrative duties and responsibilities  Attended Advanced Spanish Diagnostics Conference in Sierra, NV *NOTE: You can and should have several sections that represent the depth and breadth of your experiences* Example: Internship Experience, Research Experience, Volunteer Experience Consider a Relevant Experience section to group together part-time, full-time or internship positions you have held that are directly related to your future career goal. You may also choose to have a Work History or Work Experience section, which can host any other experiences, such as waiter/waitressing positions. 5 Additional Sections Leadership If you have been more than just a member or an organization(s) you could incorporate it into a leadership section (e.g. Peer Mentor). Extracurricular Activities If you have not held any leadership roles on campus but have been involved in different clubs/ organizations and campus activities, you should include it on your resume. The activities section shows that you are involved on campus and are well rounded. Community/ Volunteer Experience This section shows that you are motivated, involved and care about the community. Computer/ Language Skills Focus on specific computer skills for the job and/or industry. Include other specialized skill sets such as laboratory equipment. If you also are fluent or have an understanding of other languages you should specify them in this section. Related Coursework If you do not have much related experience, this is a great addition. List about 4-8 relevant courses. Key work is relevant – only list courses related to the job. Related Projects This section works well for students that engage in team-based projects in business, engineering or other disciplines. List the name of your project, the semester it was completed, as well as project goals and outcomes. Remember: A resume is designed to highlight your personal qualifications. Therefore, the order of your sections may differ from someone who has a similar educational background. You can have more than one resume directed towards specific job positions. Example: If Leadership Activities are stronger than Work Experiences, you would put Leadership above Work Experience. *Please note: this guide provides basic information relevant to all career/industry types. Different resume formats exist for various career paths. For example, if you are pursuing a position that is technical in nature, your Computer Skills section will be up higher on your resume. For science-related positions, Lab Skills will also be placed uploads/Litterature/ resume-guide 4 .pdf