SAMPLE RESUMES
Resume Writing Tips
- Not only is your resume the first thing an employer sees from you -- it is what the employer will use to decide whether you move on to the next stage of the employment process. Make your first impression count.
- Be concise. Limit yourself to one printed page. A two-page resume is only acceptable when you have lots of experience to emphasize -- and even then it may be too much for an employer to browse.
- When you are finished writing your resume, give it to other people to proofread. Typos and grammatical errors are inexcusable. Mistakes in your resume will cost you the opportunity to advance in the employment process.
- Keep your contact information current. Reprint your resume if you move or get a new phone number or e-mail address.
- If you are interested in posting your resume online, read through some specific information about electronic resumes, as they require a different type of formatting.
THE FOLLOWING SAMPLE RESUMES WERE PROVIDED BY:
Sample Chronological Resume
The most popular of the standard resume forms is the chronological resume, which allows you to present your work history and education in chronological order. Your information is arranged in categories; popular category headings include relevant work experience, education, and special skills. This type of resume is especially effective for entry-level job seekers or professionals who want to highlight their industry-specific job progression.
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Sample Functional Resume
The functional resume focuses more on the skills you have acquired than on the actual positions you have held. Information is presented in categories, some of which may include specific abilities, education, or jobs held. If you have extensive work experience, are seeking a job outside of your industry or have gaps in your employment history, this is the appropriate resume format for you.
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Combination Resume
The combination resume melds parts of the chronological resume with parts of the functional resume, making this an appropriate format for those changing jobs or careers. This can be most effective when skills and job experience need to be emphasized.
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