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Overview Of A Resume
Objective
- To secure an interview by conveying information which will stimulate
employer interest
Function
- To accompany cover letter
- To serve as a calling card
- To facilitate an interview
Content
- Educational background, training and course highlights
- Related experience including volunteer work, honors, activities, and awards
- References available upon request
Preparation
- Collect and organize material
- Select categories
- Write rough draft
- Evaluate and revise
- Get second opinion
- Draft final copy
Appearance
- Attractive layout with ample margins and suitable spacing
- Free of grammatical and typographical errors
- Visual effects and optional graphics
Production
- Single page preferred
- Standard size paper of good quality
- Computer generated or best available photocopy