Resume Assistance

Let Career Services Critique Your Resume or Cover Letter!
Just call 858-3362 to set up an appointment.

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