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Resume Guide

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The document is a resume template that provides guidance on the typical sections and formatting for a resume, including sections for contact information, objective, education, related experience, work experience, relevant skills, and activities. It recommends keeping the resume to one page unless there is extensive experience, and provides tips on font size, type, and paper quality.

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Your Name Here Permanent Address: 123 Street Address, City, State, Zip Phone Number Email address (use discretion – what image does your address convey?) OBJECTIVE Use concise language to describe the position you are seeking – be job specific, do not write a paragraph, but limit it to one sentence. EDUCATION List degree here Graduation Date Name and address of college (Shepherd University, Shepherdstown, WV) List GPA (only if 3.0 or higher) and academic honors/scholarships if desired RELATED Title of position, Name of organization Dates EXPERIENCE City/State (do not list street address) • State in reverse chronological order, most recent experience first • Begin sentence fragments with action verbs to describe responsibilities and accomplishments • Include examples of transferable skills such as teamwork, leadership, organization and communication Title of position, Name of organization Dates City/state (do not list street address) • Be sure to list internships, co-ops, or field experience • Include campus or other organization involvements that are relevant to the position • List both paid and unpaid experiences that are related to the position you are seeking WORK Job Title, Name of organization Dates EXPERIENCE City/State • List other related work experience in this section • Include transferable skills utilized in this position RELEVANT List foreign languages, computer and other technical skills SKILLS ACTIVITIES Include cross-cultural experiences, extracurricular activities and volunteer / community service projects. Mention membership and leadership positions in related campus or professional organizations. Length should be one page unless you have extensive experience. Keep font size .10 – .12 pt (go up to .14 for headings). Avoid decorative fonts that may not copy or scan well (Arial and Times New Roman are standard). Use good quality resume paper (white or light color)

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  • 1. Your Name Here Permanent Address: 123 Street Address, City, State, Zip Phone Number Email address (use discretion – what image does your address convey?) OBJECTIVE Use concise language to describe the position you are seeking – be job specific, do not write a paragraph, but limit it to one sentence. EDUCATION List degree here Graduation Date Name and address of college (Shepherd University, Shepherdstown, WV) List GPA (only if 3.0 or higher) and academic honors/scholarships if desired RELATED Title of position, Name of organization Dates EXPERIENCE City/State (do not list street address) • State in reverse chronological order, most recent experience first • Begin sentence fragments with action verbs to describe responsibilities and accomplishments • Include examples of transferable skills such as teamwork, leadership, organization and communication Title of position, Name of organization Dates City/state (do not list street address) • Be sure to list internships, co-ops, or field experience • Include campus or other organization involvements that are relevant to the position • List both paid and unpaid experiences that are related to the position you are seeking WORK Job Title, Name of organization Dates EXPERIENCE City/State • List other related work experience in this section • Include transferable skills utilized in this position RELEVANT List foreign languages, computer and other technical skills SKILLS ACTIVITIES Include cross-cultural experiences, extracurricular activities and volunteer / community service projects. Mention membership and leadership positions in related campus or professional organizations. Length should be one page unless you have extensive experience. Keep font size .10 – .12 pt (go up to .14 for headings). Avoid decorative fonts that may not copy or scan well (Arial and Times New Roman are standard). Use good quality resume paper (white or light color)