Resume Writing
Preparation for Strictly Business Seminar and Career Development Beth Nesler
Resume Components
Personal Data Objective Education Work Experience Skills and Abilities Activities and Honors References
Personal Data
Full Name Address Telephone Number E-mail Address Bethany S. Nesler 1107 Houseman Mayfield, KY 42066 (270) 674-6242 Bnesler@graves.k12.ky. us
Objective
An objective describes your career goal. The objective should fit the job for which you are applying.
To obtain an entry-level position in construction where I can gain experience and prepare for a career as an electrician. To obtain an entry-level position in banking where I can gain experience and knowledge for a potential career in financial services.
Education
List the names and locations – city and state- of the high schools and postsecondary schools you attend or have attended. List the years you were there. List any special courses you have taken that relate to the job you are seeking. Mention areas or courses in which you earned good grades.
Education, cont.
GRAVES COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL, Mayfield, KY Pending 2003: Diploma Courses: Business Management, Business Law, Ag Sales and Services, Introduction to Business
Work Experience
Include all full-time and part-time jobs that you have had for more than three months. Include volunteer work. List your work experience from most current back
Work Experience, cont.
August 1998/ Present ARROW CAMPER SALES, Mayfield, KY Maintenance Worker * Maintained area around lot and washed campers. * Painted and repaired miscellaneous items. SELF EMPLOYEED Lawn Mower * Mowed and trimmed yards. * Landscaped different parts of property. * Performed other modifications to property.
Summer 2000
Skills and Abilities
List any experience or qualifications that show you are eligible for the job.
Money Management Skills Managed own personal savings account Pay monthly car insurance
Communication Skills Maintained a 2-year B average in English Maintained a 2-year B average in Spanish
Activities and Honors
List activities you do in addition to attending classes:
Sports School Newspaper Band Clubs Community Groups Religious Activities
FFA (4 years) 1st place Regional winner – Dark fired tobacco
DECA (4 years) President (2001-02) Secretary (2000-01) Parliamentary Procedure Team (1999-00)
References
References are people you know who will speak well of you to an employer. Good references included former employers, religious leaders, coaches, club sponsors, teachers, neighbors, and other adults that know you. Do not list family members.
References, cont.
Ms. Sally Turner, Owner Lakeland Corporation 445 Emerson Road Mayfield, KY 42066 (270) 247-5555
Resources
AGS Everyday Life Skills Handout from Business Department