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How to Write a Resume

2. Table of Contents
Introduction: Curriculum Vitae vs Resumes 3-8
Resume Advice on the Web and Empirical Research 9-18
Recent Graduates
Additional Sections
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Examples of Formats 19-22
Choose Modern Professional Fonts 23
How to Write Your Degree Information 24
Second Language: Qualify Your Proficiency 25
Use Keywords and Describe 26-31
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Conclusion 33
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3. Introduction: Curriculum Vitae vs. Resume
In the United States, a Curriculum Vitae (CV) and
a Resume are considered different genres.
In other countries, however, a CV refers any
document that demonstrates an applicant’s skills,
experience, and accomplishments.
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United States: Resume
In the United States, a resume is used to
apply for jobs in business, government, and
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It presents the most relevant skills and
experiences that make you qualified for the
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Typically, 1-2 pages.
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United States: CV
In the United States, a CV is used to apply for:
admittance to graduate programs,
academic faculty positions,
research funding opportunities,
tenure and promotion.
It is a comprehensive professional document.
A typical CV will start at 2 or 3 pages, but will
continue to grow in length as an individual
develops professionally in his/her field.
It is not unusual for a professional who has
worked for some time to have a CV of over 50
pages.
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United States Legal Concerns
In the United States, it is illegal for employers
to ask for personal information such as your
age, marital status, etc., so including this
information is non-standard and may seem odd
to reviewers.
In other countries, personal information is often
expected, and not including this information
may mean your application would be rejected.
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7. Resume Advice on the Web
Do a search about how to write a resume, and you'll find plenty of
advice. In fact, there's so much advice, you can get quickly
overwhelmed trying to find answers to questions like:
What information should be included in a resume?
How long should a resume be and what's the best format?
Should I write an objective and/or a summary of qualifications?
Should I include my high school information?
Should I include work experience not related to the position?
Should I include References? Scholarships? Awards? Honors?
Etc., etc., etc.
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8. Empirical Research
In a 2017 journal article, Stephen D. Risavy published his findings
from synthesizing the empirical research on writing resumes through
the "lens of advice that has accumulated to date."
The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) also
published a key findings (2014) from responses by 548 human
resource manager to a series of survey questions.
Clearly, there are no absolute answers to the questions posed in the
prior slide, but the research conducted by Risavy and SHURM can
provide some useful guidance based on empirical evidence.
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9. Length
The traditional answer to how long a resume should be is 1 page.
Risavy's research, however, also shows evidence to support writing
a 2 page resume.
One way to decide about length is to start with a 1 page resume and
move to 2 pages if necessary.
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Format
When reviewing a resume, which of the following aspects provide a
positive edge over other resumes? (SHRM)
66%
43%
43%
27%
26%
20%
18%
9%
7%
4%
1%
1%
10%
Chronologically organized résumé
Résumé in bulleted format
Résumé tailored to the industry
A skills summary
List of candidate’s accomplishments
Functionally organized résumé
A career summary
Appropriate use of action verbs and phrases
A job objective
Appropriate résumé font
Résumé in a narrative format
Digital résumé
Other*
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11. Focus
When reviewing a resume, how important do you consider it to be
for a job candidate’s résumé be tailored to the job? (SHRM)
45%
42%
0%
2%
12%
Very important Important Neither important Unimportant Very unimportant
nor unimportant
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12. Types of Errors Recruiters Notice
Do you consider the following to be mistakes?
Yes No
Grammatical/spelling errors
Missing detailed job history
Missing specific dates of employment
Résumé not presented in reverse chronological…
Gaps in employment that are more than a few…
Résumé too long (e.g., more than two pages)
Résumés in narrative format
No cover letter
Objective not listed at the top of the résumé
99%
84%
82%
62%
54%
47%
43%
22%
11%
1%
16%
18%
38%
46%
53%
57%
78%
89%
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13. Effect of Errors on Invitation for an Interview
How often do these mistakes negatively affect your decision to
extend a job interview?
Never, 1%
Always, 20%
Sometimes,…
Rarely,
6%
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14. Initial Screening
Ladders, an online job-matching site,
used “eye-tracking” technology that
monitors eye movement to determine
how long recruiters looked at a resume
before making a fit/no fit decision.
SIX SECONDS was the average time.
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15. Recruiters look for six data points.
Recruiters spent almost 80% of their resume review time
on the following six data points:
1. Name
2. Education
3. Current title/company
4. Current position start and end dates
5. Previous title/company
6. Previous position start and end dates
Recruiters responded favorable to resumes that used a
clear visual hierarchy to present relevant information
and quickly rejected those that were disorganized or not
organized in a way to present information where they
expected to see it.
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16. Beyond the six data points.
Beyond these six data points, recruiters did little more than scan for
keywords to match the open position, which amounted to a very
cursory “pattern matching” activity.
Because decisions were based mostly on the six pieces of data
listed on the previous slide, an individual resume’s detail and
explanatory copy became filler and had little to no impact on the
initial decision making.
It's important to stress that these findings are about an initial
recruiter screening. Once a candidate makes it past this level, a
reviewer will spend more time looking at detail and explanatory
copy.
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17. Recent Graduates
The challenge for recent graduates in writing a resume is how to get
through that initial screening process when it is likely that the jobs
you have had while in college were not related to your degree.
One approach is to use a combination format that allows you to
include sections that emphasize internships, course projects, and/or
skill-sets in addition to your chronological work history.
The following examples are from the UI Career Center. See links to
the center under Tools and Resources.
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18. Name
Phone umber E-mail Address Street Address
ED CATION HEADING
Degree~ major Expecled Grad uation Month, Year
Univers ity name, City. State
GPA
Honor s and Awards Subheading
List of relevant academic honors
Only list relevan t awards to the j ob
Relevant Courses Subheading
List of courses
in col umn format
Most relevant
courses go firsl
EXPER IENCE HEADING (experiences can be more 1hanju s1jobs!)
Only list courses
related to the j ob
Semester , Year
Semes1er, Year
Title , Company, City, Stale Inclus ive Dates - Re•erse chrono logical (most recent first)
• Use Ac1ion verb statemen ts (AVS)
• Start with an action verb that describes a skill, ability, or accomp lishment you gained or achieved
at this experie nce
• 1l1en expla in how you got that skill and wha1you did, for examp le:
• Communica ted with co-workers da ily 10ensure 1imely food delivery
Volunteer Title , Company , City, State Month, Year - Month, Year
• J-6 AVS per experience is suggested
• Be specific and use numbers when possible
• Use field-specific language, but avo id acronyms, for exa mple:
• Develo ped three unique rese arch proposa ls that passed the Institu tional Rev iew Board (IR B)
Project Tit le, Class name , City, State Sernesler, Year
• Maj or projec ts and capstone projec t also qualify as exper iences
• Use AVS to describe the project and skills you gai ned
• Describe the outcome or culmi nat ion of the projec t, for example:
• Presented the resu lts of the study using PowerPo im to a class of30 studenls
SK ILLS HEADING
Computer : List com puter sk ills that are relevan1 to job , you can use words like profic iem or
knowledgeab le to indicale you r skill level
Langu age : List language skills here, you can use words like fluent or conversa tional to indica te your
skill level
Certifications : List any releva nt certificat ions here, include dates if necessary
COMM ITV SERV ICE AN D ACTIVITIES HEAD I G
Tit le, Organi zation, City, State Month , Ycar
• Use AVS to describe the skills you gai ned, if necessary
• Activi ties can also be listed here if they are relevant or you gained a skill, for examp le:
• Coordi nated with other team captains to lead and mot ivate team members be fore games
Example 1: Chronological Format
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19. Volts N. Ohms 111-122-3333 cirwits _are_logical@vandals.uidam.ecl.l
Education
Computer-
Skills
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9lfl Sfu:kill!l Street. .Mmcuw,ID83843
Badlel.or of Science II Becbical Em!Sleerh!
University of Idaho, .Mmcuw,ID
GPA: 3.58
Relevant Canewmk
PowerBectronia;
MiaocontmlleB
Digital Logic
Energy SystEms1)1
Electrical C..-cuiB 1,11
Signals and Syru,mi 1,11
Nse and Digital Cn:ui1,i
CormulicatioM CiraJits
AdYancedBectrmic!i
Nay ZOxx
Bectrmics Design Intern SlflnEr 20xx
SchweilzE< Engn,emg Laboratories, Pullmm, WA
Designed FPGA's in a fast paced envnnnentvertfyill!l with VlllL
Developed mixed si!Jlill cirarits tn meet specifications
Wrote reviews, plans, and prowct docunentatim
llfl)lerrented fimware and software nece55arY fur hardware ()lllcl.lct deYeloprrent
Attended tecmical meetings with coUeaguesand supervisors
Proficient in: Knowtedl!eabl.eII: filmiiarwith:
0 VHDL a HlML 0 MPUII
a PSpice a PERL a Microsoft OUII-
a MATUIB a C++ a MiaD'iDft Pmlkher
a Java a Microsoft Excel a Wiooows OS, /lac OS X, Linux
a Microsoft Word a Micrmoft PowerPoint
Senator , Associated Students University of Idam (ASUII Fall ZOxx - Spring ZOxx
Univermy of Idaho, Moscow, ID
Wrote and passed legi,lation that allocated finis, stated A9.JIp05itions, and altered
the stnclle and achlWJmation of student goY'el"rwnenl
Attended v,eeld.ysenate meetngs to discuss and irr1)1.errent ideas and policies
Proposed senate 51:ruchfl' rmdifications that were revised and passed by the A9.JI
senate
Finishn;! Specialist Smmer5 ZOxx- ZOxx
Platirun Consbu::tion, Idaho Falls, ID
Rermdeled and constructed tunes sped .. izing in finishing work
• Utilized (Ewet" tools and precision Ilsbunents to finish interior woodwork
• Cormuricated with co-worker5 tD ensure tirrely ~etion of ta"'5
Con5truction Vol,..teer Fall ZOxx - Spring ZOxx
Connuii1y Action Center HOU5ill!lRehabI itation Program, Pullman, WA
A.'isirtfd with repa.- and ~vement of owner-occt4)ied homes
• COO'"dinatedwith other teams to make efficient ~ of time m site
• Led a team of fOU'"volmteen; II repattlg Ilterim" finim work II home"li
Server SlflmerZOxx
Idaho Falk Corrwn.mityOutreach Center SOl4)Kitchen, Idaho Falk , ID
• Or!Jlllized and distrlluted food mce a rmnth
• Interacted with indivicl.l .. s comill!l tD the 50Upki1chen fur rreals
Organzation Merroer Fall ZOxx - Spring ZOxx
Institute ofBectrical and Bectmnics Engheers, Mosmw, ID
• Cootrlmted tD di5Ctl55ionscl.Iringweekly meetings and networking ""55ions
Example 2: Combination Format
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20. 123 Happy Road
Moscow, Idaho 83843
OBJECTIVE
DOUGLASMARKS
(208) 882-9876
marks@gmail.com
A civil engineering position with a focus on structures where I will contribute strengths in leadership and
project management .
EDUCATION
B.S. in Civil Engineering, May 2009
2.9/4.0GPA
University of Idaho, Moscow, ID
Taking FEexam, October 2009
CIVILENGINEERINGSKILLSand EXPERIENCE
Select Projects/Courses
• Reinforced Concrete Beam Project , Team Leader
• Matrix Structural Analysis1/11, ReinforcedConcreteDesign, Structural SteelDesign,Materials of
Construction, Properties of Structural Materials, AutoCAD
Engineering Intern, Summer 2008
Transmission Line Engineering Unit
EnergySystems
Spokane Washington
Assisted in the design of transmission lines throughout Washington. Used Microstation to update
standard structure drawings for transmission lines and substations . Completed an individual project and
gave a presentation at the conclusion of the internship.
Workshop Assistant, Summer 2007
Engineering Summer Programs
University of Idaho
Moscow , Idaho
Guided and encouraged high school students in the exploration of civil and construction engineering .
Organized and led hands-on activities designed to introduce the application of coursework and
teamwork to solving engineering problems
COMPUTERSKILLS. AutoCAD • Microstation •MATLAB• SAP• Maple• Microsoft Office
COMMUNITYINVOLVEMENT
Habitat for Humanity- NCState Coordinator
Youth Group - Highland Service Project Leader
Special Olympics - Volunteer
References Available Upon Request
Example 3: Combination Format
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21. MARYSMITH
15 SideviewWay-Sometown , PA17000
Phone: (555) 551>-5555-Emal: rns@,nrremmoin.am-Linkedln UR.
1/Ea,nt i,-odoote of ABET-oa:n!dited llWE p,ai,-om seeki"!I"" entry-level mechoniool e"!lff""i"!I position.
Key skills and knowledge areas:
•• Solid conmand of technologi es, tools and best practices in designing mechan ical equipment using
AutoCAD, SolidWorks and engineering drawings .
•• Excellent shop and safety skills honed from work as a machinist and welder. Able to design and
fabricate tooling and mechanical te st fixtures.
.. Strong team collaborat ion skills . Work closely with team membe~ to achieve engineering goals.
l:DuCATDI
AIICUniwnity -- Sanetown, PA
Ranked in the tnp 10 rredlanical engineering schools by IJ'i News and Wodd R-,:
Badielo.- of Science in _,anical Engineering(BSMc),GPA:3--4, 12/2011
Coa.,tetedCourses nMojlr:
-statics, Dynamics, Engineef'IlgAna.ty.-is,Medlarricsof MiltEl'ials,Auid Mechanics, [)l_/namicsof Mldlhery,
~t and lnsbunentation, Medlanicill Engineef'Ilg Thennodynarnics, lndJSbial Processes,
BemenH of Material fngileenlg, Machne Desi!,), Mechanical Yba.t:ions, Thermal Sy5telll'i Labo-atory,
Heat and Mirii'liTr.n'§l'er
Senior Desii,I Project (6/lOI I to 12/2011):
-eon.,lelEd ,.,,.;°"project at DEFenn.,any,a mrnufarun,, of madiine tool,. foc the ,heetmetal indumy_
-Assisted engineering departrn,nt in desi!J,ing straight hand seam,r used in bending, ,earring and
flattening ,heel rretal.
-Created rmdel,. using S.. idWorks and participated in crosrfmctional prowct-dew,lopment rreeting,_
-Cmtrlluted idea foc change in hancle design that i'i expected to ilfl)rDYecornort and safety when gripping
the seamer _Prodoct i'i anently in preprodoctim testing phase _
T EOlNICAI. SKU5
Program;: AutnCAIJ, SolidWnrk<, MSProject, MATIAB,MSExo,t
Madltmgand Wet<mgTook: OILii, mil!ii, lathe-!i, angle grnde~, pla.sma.cutler'li, oxy-acetylene trnfles, arc
welder'li,bandsaws, IJTlders, !ihean;,d'il ~es. chop saws, etc.
WORK EXPBtlENCE
Madiini5t &Welder (anlrilct..-1, 9/2010 to Pre,mt
Hired l)!IABC/tlochining Compal¥ aswell aslorol ronstrurtioncompanie s to hmdle per-diem p,ojects .
-Earned a rep.atation as a talented machilist and welder. OeveltJIEdexcellent fabricatim and rradlft shop
5klls, ctJnllleting all projects on ore and to specifications.
-Handled welding assigJments that involved installing, repairing and fabricating materials ("1eet metal,
steel, tool,., parts, doors, !JIIEli and more)_ l!ecime ad,iitatreading blueprinlS/drawings and fulfilingwurk
ocde~.
-Dermnmated adYanced til!ii II opera.tng e~t and mtehtles induCffig OC mtehfts:, art:l:Ilg
ma.dimes and hyo"a.lJ.ic:pre~ for the fabricatim of mechanical COITl)onenl:§.
Example 4: Combination Format
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23. How to Write Your Degree Information
Spell it Out
Bachelor of Arts in English, Literature Emphasis
Bachelor of Arts in English
Abbreviate
B.A. in English, Teaching Emphasis
B.A. in English, Professional emphasis
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24. Second Language: Qualify Your Proficiency
Basic. Able to speak simple phrases and
sentences to communicate basic communicative
tasks.
Conversant. Intermediate level of language
proficiency. Can easily participant in
conversations but may be less skilled at
reading/writing.
Fluent. A high level of language proficiency
(speaking, reading, and writing).
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25. Use Keywords and Describe
Key words identify the skills,
experience, or course work/projects
using nouns or noun phrases.
Descriptions should answer What?
Where? Why? How? questions and
use active verbs.
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26. Make descriptions grammatically parallel.
Not parallel:
• Responsibilities included: recruitment of volunteers;
coordinating fund-raising; and distributed promotional
materials.
Parallel:
• Responsibilities included: recruiting volunteers;
coordinating fund-raising activities, and distributing
promotional materials.
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27. Example 1: Describing Prior Employment
Researcher and Writer Summer 2010
Pennsylvania Resources Council Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Compiled comprehensive guide to recycled products for consumers
and small businesses.
Composed questionnaires sent to over 500 companies nationwide
for product verification; designed database for storing information.
Edited articles for PRC newsletter. Researched legislation on
environmental issues; attended and reported on EPA conferences.
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28. Example 2: Describing an Internship
Engineering Intern Summer 2019
Energy Systems Spokane, Washington
Assisted in the design of transmission lines throughout Washington.
Used Microstation to update standard structure drawings for
transmission lines and substations.
Completed an individual project and gave a presentation at the
conclusion of the internship.
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29. Example 3: Describing a Course Project
Writing Experience
Senior Capstone Project. Collaborated with mentors and professors on
campus to produce a 20 page analytical report on the topic of technical
communication.
Research included a literature review of scholarly articles, designing and
conducting a survey using Qualtric, and interviewing professional writers
across multiple disciplines.
Analyzed research findings to identify and explain skills and work ethic
needed to be successful as a technical writer across multiple emphases.
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30. Example 4: Describing a Research Project
Wastewater Treatment Project (2019)
Lab Research with Alternative Carbon Sources: Currently
evaluating PHA (polyhydroxyalkanoate) production in microbes
utilizing alternative carbon sources, such as glycerol and dairy
waste, in UI CE Environmental Lab with Dr. Erik Coats.
Lab procedures include COD, DO, pH, and solids testing. Research
findings are presented in academic journals.
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31. Mevv,.bev-ships
Additional Sections
Memberships and awards/honors
can be in two separate sections or
place in a single section.
Just remember that a recruiter is
much more interested in your
experience and skill-set.
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32. Conclusion
Resumes should start with 1 page, but consider 2 if you need the
room to fully describe your experience.
Experience can be paid or unpaid, internships, volunteer work,
extracurricular activities, and course projects.
Apply principles of document design and visual hierarchy to achieve
a highly readable document.
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