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Resume Layout & Appearance
Layout and Appearance
- The content of the resume fit neatly on one page. There should be enough white space to make the document easy to read.
- The resume should look professional on screen and in print.
- The header (name, address, telephone number, email, etc.) is centered or laid out in a way that is visually appealing and easy to read. Your name should be in a large font size and bolded or in upper case so that it stands out.
- The font size on the rest of the resume is between 10–12 points.
Content
Include the following sections:
- Header (your contact info)P
- rofile/Summary of Qualifications
- Education (NO HIGH SCHOOL! Only include University)
- Relevant Experience/Work Experience
- Other Experience/Other/Interests & Awards
*Check for spelling and grammatical errors. Get your friends and peers to proofread it for you. Twice!
List your Accomplishments
- Use action verb + example + outcome to describe your skills.
- eg. : “Initiated the reorganization of the filing system, resulting in more rapid retrieval of key documents and files.”
- Describe your accomplishments as well as your job duties. Use numbers to make your statements quantifiable whenever possible.
- eg: “Planned and organized a volunteer fair attracting 30 volunteer agencies.”
Check the Format and Layout
- Use a chronological format if your work history has been progressive and relates to your objective.
- Write clearly and concisely.
- Do not include irrelevant and inappropriate personal information (i.e. height, weight, gender, or age).
Check the Format and Layout
- Use a chronological format if your work history has been progressive and relates to your objective.
- Write clearly and concisely.
- Do not include irrelevant and inappropriate personal information (i.e. height, weight, gender, or age).