Creating a ResumeA resume will give the employer a reason to want to interview

you

Resume Contents Contact Information Objective Statement Employment History Education Other Information Summary Statement Tip – Resume Verbs

Writing Your Resume

Contact Information Contact information should be placed on top

of your resume and it should be scannable. Name and address Email address. Avoid using unprofessional

email address such as: banana_buns or hottie4u

Phone numbers. Remember to check your outgoing voice-mail message for loud background music, slang, or improper workplace language.

Sample Contact Information

Elizabeth Smith 612-123-4567esmith@yahoo.com

Sample Contact Information

Elizabeth Smith1443 Minnesota Lane

City, MN 55313

651-123-4567 (home) 651-987-6543 (cell)esmith@email.com

Objective Statement An objective statement clearly states the

purpose of your resume. Make sure you tailor your objective to the

type of job you're applying for.

Sample Objective Statement

"To obtain a challenging position as an administrative assistant in the financial services industry.”

“To obtain part-time employment in the fast food industry.”

“To obtain full-time employment in the retail industry.”

To secure a position in the Horticulture business or related field

Writing Your Objective

Employment History You can present your work experience in a variety

of ways. The most traditional and straightforward method is the chronological format.

Start by listing your current or most recent job, and work backwards in time.

Include your job title, your employer's name, the city and state in which it is located, and the starting and ending dates of your employment (month and year).

Follow these entries with a summary of your responsibilities and accomplishments in this position.

Employment History Sample

Work ExperienceNovember 2009 – Present Cub Foods Position: BakeryBuffalo, MN Duties: packaging cookies, bread,buns, customer service

September 2006 – Present McDonald’s Position: Crew MemberBuffalo, MN Duties: fries, lobby, drive thru,front counter

Your Experience

Education List your educational accomplishments,

starting with your most recent or highest degree.

Include the name and location of the institution attended, your degree, and field of study/major.

Sample Education Information

Education

September 2008 – June 2010 PRIDE TransitionsBuffalo, MN

September 2004 – June 2008 Buffalo High SchoolBuffalo, MN

Other Information Include relevant information that relates to the

job you are applying for. This may include memberships to

organizations, volunteer work, military experiences, awards, and hobbies.

Avoid mentioning religious, political and controversial affiliations you have, unless they directly relate to the job you want.

Sample Other Information

Work Skills Day Certifications (CPR, cleaning equipment, etc) Special Skills (languages, cash register,

cleaning equipment, personal skills, etc) Wright Technical Center Courses Work Experience Program/Job Tryouts

Summary Statement The summary statement is meant to grab the

employer's attention by highlighting your qualifications.

Even if an employer doesn't have the chance to read your entire resume, this summary will give them a snapshot of your work experiences, achievements, and skills.

To be effective, the summary should be very brief (4-5 lines of text). It should also be written especially for the position you are applying for.

Summary Statement Tips

Sample Summary Statement

”I take pride in the work I do, follow directions well, and am willing to learn new skills. I’m dependable, honest, and very hard working. I am always on time and am flexible to meet an employer’s needs.."

Resume Verbs The words you use in a resume are important. Use action words

to stress performance, motivation and a passion for excellence.AccomplishedAchieved Awarded BuiltCoached Collaborate Communicated CompletedCreated Demonstrated Developed EarnedEncouraged Evaluated Focused FunctionedGainedGathered Guided HonoredIdentifiedImproved Interacted JuggledLearned Led MaintainedManagedMet Monitored Motivated Negotiated