Engineering Majors Resume Sample Page 2
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Employers may spend less than a minute evaluating your resume. They prefer resumes that are easy to
read and created in a familiar format. Use the following guidelines as you create or edit your resume.
FORMAT
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Templates: Avoid resume wizards and resume software templates. They are difficult to edit and do
not allow you to present information in the most effective format.
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Length: For college students and recent college graduates, use a one-page resume.
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Font: Choose a basic, easy-to-read font such as Times New Roman or Arial in 10-12 point size.
Use black font color.
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Paper: To print, use 8 ½” x 11” resume-quality paper in a light color such as white or off-white. Use
matching paper for a cover letter.
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Spacing: Margins of 0.7 to 1 inch and double-spacing between headings improves readability.
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Layout: Use bullets, bold, capitalization, and underlining sparingly to call attention to the most
important information. Leave some white space to create an uncluttered look.
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Reverse Chronological Order: Present most recent information first.
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Professionalism: Eliminate all errors by using spell check first, and then by asking several other
people to proofread.
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Document Title: Use your name in the document title when emailing your resume as an
attachment. Example: Tom.Torero.doc
CONTENT
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Image: Decide what overall impression you want your resume to communicate. Does it show that
you are a leader, a team player, an artist, an innovator, a salesperson, or something else?
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Style: Start phrases with action verbs to convey enthusiasm and achievement. Sample verbs
include: Advised, Analyzed, Coordinated, Created, Developed, Evaluated, Guided, Handled,
Implemented, Increased, Led, Managed, Organized, Performed, Planned, Presented, Processed,
Researched, Served, Trained. See handout entitled “Resume Action Verbs” for more ideas.
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Objective: Using an objective is optional. If you include an objective, make it brief and specific to a
particular job or career field.
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Summary of Qualifications: A candidate with significant experience in a career field may choose
to start a resume with a brief overview of professional skills. This section is less appropriate for new
college graduates.
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Section Headings: Group your experience to reflect your strengths. Common headings include:
EDUCATION
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
EXPERIENCE
COMMUNITY SERVICE
SKILLS
ATHLETICS
ACTIVITIES
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
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High School: Remove high school information by the end of your junior year of college.
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References: List your references on a separate page: see handout entitled “Reference Lists for the
Job Search.”
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Cautions: Never reveal confidential data on your resume such as your social security number or
date of birth. Do not list a personal website if it includes any nonprofessional content.
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