Drafting a resume can be daunting, but if you’re not going to take the time to do it well, don’t bother at all. Competition is tough out there, so get it right.
Here are a few things to consider:
Limit the experience you include
Only include the most relevant work experience, the stuff that pertains to job your trying to get. Each application you write should be tailored specifically to that position.
Make an impression with your verb selection
When describing work experience, choose verbs that pack a punch. Such phrases as “worked on,” or “contributed to,” won’t impress. Lead with something that allows your work to stand out like “ designed,” or “implemented.”
Typos are your worst enemy
Granted we all make mistakes, but no hiring manager is going to be impressed if your resume is ridden with spelling errors. It pins you as careless, even lazy. Take the time to check, double check and triple check your work. And it never hurt to get a second pair of eyes to go over your stuff.
Formatting is imperative
Are your margins even? Bullets lined up? Have you included dates and headings in a consistent way? Is it easy to read and visually appealing? Be mindful of all these point. Your sloppiness will be noted.
Join us for the next Senior Workshop with special guest the HowardCenter to learn more about how to make your resume shine!
SENIORS LUNCH + LEARN: RESUMES 2.0
Thursday Oct. 10 12 – 1 PM, Career + Experience Hub
~Alexa Mucklow, Social Media Associate
Kelliher Samets Volk