8 Ways To Make A Resume Worthy Of Any Application
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8 Ways To Make A Resume Worthy Of Any Application

Tips to a successful resume.

Rachel Klumpp
Jan 30, 2019
The University of Alabama
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8 Ways To Make A Resume Worthy Of Any Application
Rachel Klumpp

With your semester off to a great start, it's time to start thinking about what you're doing this summer. Applying for a job or an internship? You'll need the perfect resume to get you either one. Follow these tips when writing your resume.

Off limits words

Don't use the words "I," "me," or "my" they're too personal when a resume is suppose to be formal and official.

Looks don't matter

Unless your job or internship requires it don't include a picture with you resume.

Chronological order

When listing jobs, leadership roles, etc., list each event in reverse chronological order (most recent first). That way, the job you're applying for sees how you're spending your time now — not two years ago.

High school accomplishments

After sophomore year in college, erase all high school achievements from your resume, including GPA. By now, you should have enough credits in college and enough activities and achievements at your college to fill a resume.

Dates

Any dates on your resume — graduation and jobs — should be listed in the same format throughout the application. Don't switch from "June 2nd, 2018" to 06/02/18 and back.

What job are you applying for?

When you're an upperclassman or out of college, it is best to target the content of your resume to the job or internship you are applying for.

Tenses

Throughout your resume, always use the appropriate tense for current positions and past tense for previous positions.

Proofread

Always proofread your resume before hitting submit. It is always best to get a second or third person to proofread your resume, too!

Need additional help? Almost every campus has a career center on campus; utilize it and their benefits.

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