resume

							Resumes
             First off…
The templates
The spelling mistakes
The Deans list
Summary of qualifications
        Key Components
Heading
Objective
Education
Possible Relevant Coursework
Experience
Activities
Skills
    Additional Components
Professional affiliations
Honors, awards and activities
Campus/community involvements
Leadership activities
Foreign language proficiency
Computer applications
Volunteer experiences
References (addendum to resume)
    Formatting & Appearance
Make your name stand out with a bold, larger
 font size
Use standard fonts such as Times New Roman or
 Courier
Type Size: 10 - 12 Point
White, beige, or light gray quality bond paper
Use a laser printer for best finish
Length should generally be one page unless you
 have extensive experience or graduate
 school work
                Heading
Includes contact information:
  – Top of the page
  – Name: large and bold
  – Address: street, town, state & zip code
  – Telephone number(s): with professional
    message
  – Email address: professional looking, check on
    a daily basis
  – Website (optional)
             Sample Headings
                          Mike Jones
                           1 Meadow Way
                     Altamonte Springs, FL 32116
                           (407) 555-1234
                         MikeJones@aol.com


                      Susan Williams
                    SusanWilliams@yahoo.com
Current Address                                      Permanent Address
325 Maple St                                         55 Sycamore Drive
Orlando, FL 32837                                    Miami, FL 36829
(407) 555-3357                                       (305) 555-4429

                     CHRIS SMITH
83 Prospect Road  Orlando, FL 32837  (407) 555-8975  CSmith@msn.com
        CHRIS SMITH
 83 Prospect Road  Orlando, FL 32837
(407) 555-8975  ChrisSmith@msn.com
             Objective
Short
Specific
Type of position
Preferred work environment
Specialized skills
Tailor to each position
What you can do for the employer
          Sample Objectives
 To obtain an position in the Marketing industry
 To work with a progressive Biomedical firm to
  develop a corporate outreach
 Paralegal position with opportunity to conduct
  title searches and other research
 Tax professional with a national accounting firm
 Special Education position with Orange County
  Public Schools
 Part-time legal assistant position with a law firm
  focusing on environmental issues
                CHRIS SMITH
         83 Prospect Road  Orlando, FL 32837
        (407) 555-8975  ChrisSmith@msn.com


OBJECTIVE    Laboratory position in diagnostic microbiology or
             related field.
               Education
Educational institutions or specialized
 training programs you have attended
Name and location of the institution
Major, minor and area of concentration
Graduation or anticipated graduation date
GPA – if 3.2 or higher
Certifications and/or licensure related to
 employment goal
Relevant coursework and/or thesis may be
 included (or made an individual heading)
Samples of Education Section
EDUCATION   University of Central Florida   Orlando, FL
            Bachelor of Science             May 2003
            Major: Biology
            GPA: 3.5
            Valencia Community College      Orlando, FL
            Associates of Arts              May 2001



EDUCATION   University of Central Florida   Orlando, FL
            Master of Social Work           May 2003
            Bachelor of Science             May 2001
            Major: Social Work
            Minor: Psychology
                    CHRIS SMITH
             83 Prospect Road  Orlando, FL 32837
            (407) 555-8975  ChrisSmith@msn.com

OBJECTIVE         Laboratory position in diagnostic microbiology or related field.


EDUCATION         University of Central Florida                           Orlando, FL
                  Bachelor of Science                                     May 2003
                  Major: Biology
                  GPA: 3.5

                  Relevant Courses:
                  Medical Microbiology              Molecular Genetics
                  Microbiology Physiology           Immunology
                  Food Microbiology                 Virology
    Professional Experience

Related employment (full-time or part-time)
Internships (paid or unpaid)
Co-op
Summer jobs
Volunteer/Service learning
Senior projects or academic research
          Samples of Experience

Washington Mutual                                                  Orlando, FL
Accounting Intern                                                  May – Aug 2003
Reviewed and corrected accounting entries, assisted with financial planning input and
analysis, and generated reports. (Accounting corrections revealed nearly $50,000 in unpaid
bills and mislaid funds.)




University of Central Florida, College of Business                    Orlando, FL
Graduate Assistant                                                    Aug 2002 – present
• Assist in class preparation, update computer files, internet research, and other organizational
  functions
• Present workshops on resume writing and interviewing preparation
• Provide individual career guidance and academic advising
                      CHRIS SMITH
              83 Prospect Road  Orlando, FL 32837
             (407) 555-8975  ChrisSmith@msn.com
OBJECTIVE        Laboratory position in diagnostic microbiology or related field.

EDUCATION        University of Central Florida                       Orlando, FL
                 Bachelor of Science                                 May 2003
                 Major: Biology, GPA: 3.5

                 Relevant Courses:
                 Medical Microbiology Molecular Genetics
                 Microbiology PhysiologyImmunology
                 Food Microbiology                Virology

SKILLS           Lab: Cell culture techniques, gram stain, spectroscopy, western blot
                 Computer: Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Access
                 Language: Fluent in Spanish
EXPERIENCE       Centers for Disease Control and Prevention         Atlanta, GA
                 Microbiology Intern                                May – Aug 2002
                 • Characterized LaCrosse virus from mosquito field isolates to
                   determine if genetic differences vary geographically
                 • Extracted RNA from mosquito field isolates infected with
                   LaCrosse virus
                 • Performed RT/PCR on the isolated RNA
                 • Purified complementary DNA products
                 • Quantified DNA product using agarose gel
                   electrophoresis
          Samples of Additional
             Components
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
       American Counseling Association, member
       National Career Development Association, Secretary (Fall 2003)
       National Academic Advising Association, member


HONORS, AWARDS and ACTIVITIES
       Florida Bright Futures Scholar
       Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honor Society
       Big Brothers Volunteer

LEADERSHIP ACTIVITIES
       President of Student Government Association
       Pledge Coordinator for Sigma Chi Fraternity
       Treasurer for UCF Chapter of the American Society for Microbiology
                              CHRIS SMITH
                     83 Prospect Road  Orlando, FL 32837
                    (407) 555-8975  ChrisSmith@msn.com

OBJECTIVE    Laboratory position in diagnostic microbiology or related field.

EDUCATION    University of Central Florida                       Orlando, FL
             Bachelor of Science                                 May 2003
             Major: Biology, GPA: 3.5

             Relevant Courses:
             Medical Microbiology                                Molecular Genetics
             Microbiology Physiology                             Immunology
             Food Microbiology                                   Virology

SKILLS       Lab: Cell culture techniques, gram stain, spectroscopy, western blot
             Computer: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access
             Language: Fluent in Spanish

EXPERIENCE   Centers for Disease Control and Prevention          Atlanta, GA
             Microbiology Intern                                 May – Aug 2002
             • Characterized LaCrosse virus from mosquito field isolates to
               determine if genetic differences vary geographically
             • Extracted RNA from mosquito field isolates infected with
               LaCrosse virus
             • Performed RT/PCR on the isolated RNA
             • Purified complementary DNA products
             • Quantified DNA product using agarose gel
               electrophoresis
LEADERSHIP   President of Student Government Association
ACTIVITIES   Treasurer for American Society for Microbiology
             Pledge Coordinator for Sigma Chi Fraternity
          Relevant Skills
          Gained through:
Coursework – special classes/projects
Employment
Internship / Co-op
Volunteer experience
Student leadership
Computer usage
Foreign language usage
     Samples of Skills Section

SKILLS               Language: Fluent in Spanish
                     Computer: Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Access



SKILLS SUMMARY
   • Detail oriented and well organized
   • Excellent verbal and written communication
   • Strong customer service focus
   • Outgoing with a positive attitude
   • Professional demeanor
             References
Separate page that complements resume
Lists professional contacts who have
 direct knowledge of your skills and
 qualifications
References may include faculty, former
 employers, and internship supervisors
Obtain permission from references in
 advance and provide them with current
 resume
                             CHRIS SMITH
                     83 Prospect Road  Orlando, FL 32837
                    (407) 555-8975  ChrisSmith@msn.com

REFERENCES   Dr. Robert Smith
             Chair, Biology Department
             University of Central Florida
             4000 Central Florida Blvd
             Orlando, FL 32816
             (407) 555-0000
             Rsmith@mail.ucf.edu

             Ms. Louise Parker
             Research Coordinator
             Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
             101 Peachtree Center
             Atlanta, GA 30001
             (404) 555-1111
             louparker@cdcp.gov

             Dr. Jonathan Hopkins
             National President
             American Society for Microbiology
             1000 Dupont Circle
             Washington, DC 58221
             (202) 555-2222
             DrJohn@asm.org
                 Other
Paperclip
Coverletter, resume, references
Can you read it
What are you doing it for

Practice Interview
Career Services and Experiential Learning
               Workshops
   Business Etiquette      How to Succeed at a
   Choosing or Changing     Career Fair
    Majors                  Internships and
   Choosing the Best        Cooperative Education
    Career                  Interview Techniques
   Cover Letters &         Job Search Strategies
    Business
    Correspondence          Introduction to On-line Job
                             Postings and On-Campus
   Curriculum Vitae         Interviewing
   Federal Employment      Portfolios (How to
   Graduate School          Prepare)
    Planning                Resumes
   Career Services & Experiential
             Learning
Locations/Hours

Career Services – Student Resource Center 7G
Normal Hours of Operation: Mon. – Fri. (8:00 am - 5:00 pm)
Walk-in Service: Mon. – Fri. (10:00 am - 4:00 pm)

Experiential Learning – Howard Phillips Hall, Ste. 208
Normal Hours of Operation: Mon. – Fri. (8:00 am - 5:00 pm)
Walk-in Service: Mon-Fri. (8:00 am-12:00pm) (2:00pm -5:00pm)

Satellite Locations
College of Business – BA2, Room 222
Lockheed Martin – Sand Lake Road
Rosen College of Hospitality Management – 9907 Universal Blvd., Ste. 201
                   The UCF Creed
             Integrity, scholarship, community, creativity, and excellence
      are the core values that guide our conduct, performance, and decisions.

                                       Integrity
             I will practice and defend academic and personal honesty.

                                     Scholarship
             I will cherish and honor learning as a fundamental purpose
                       of my membership in the UCF community.

                                     Community
           I will promote an open and supportive campus environment by
              respecting the rights and contributions of every individual.

                                       Creativity
                I will use my talents to enrich the human experience.

                                       Excellence
I will strive toward the highest standards of performance in any endeavor I undertake.




                      UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA