Career Preparation Tips: How to Write A Resume
Learning how to write a resume that is effective and professional will greatly increase your chances at catching the interest of companies that are hiring. Their goal is to get you noticed and eventually get you in the door for an interview. Lamson Institute’s career services center offers assistance in the preparation of effective resumes to help you get in the door and start a successful and rewarding career.
A resume is a short, concise document that states information regarding your education, skills, experiences, accomplishments, and job related interests. Your resume is basically a self-marketing tool. A resume is usually the first impression a hiring manager will get of you so they are meant to convince prospective employers to interview you based on your qualifications. You want it to create a professional image, establish credibility, and showcase your written communication skills. They play a huge role in the selection process of hiring managers so knowing the basics of how to write a resume will give you a great shot at making a good impression and hopefully landing an interview.
When learning how to write a resume, you will find that they follow a basic format and include the same essential information. When it comes to formatting your resume, you want it to be professional looking. This means:
- Use normal white or cream paper, 8 ½” by 11”
- Size 10-14 font in a basic font style with black ink
- Try to keep it all to one page, but two is acceptable if it is necessary
In terms of the information, you want to include:
- A career objective that relates to the field in which you are applying
- Relevant experience and skills
- A summary of your employment history
- Your educational history
- Any substantial achievements that pertain to the job to which you are applying
You also want to include your name and all of your contact information at the top of the page. Even though resumes follow pretty much the same format, you still want all of the information you include to showcase why you would be a good fit for the specific job or company you are looking to join. Using related keywords in your skills or experience section will help catch the attention of employers when they are scanning through hundreds of resumes.
The career services department at Lamson Institute is here to help students achieve their career goals and learning how to write a resume that is professional, engaging, and effective is just one of the many skills that they want to assist you with. Call or click today for more information on how to apply!
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