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General Resource : Resources for Job Search >> 3. CV and Resume Writing
Resume Writing Tips
Develop a concise job objectivestatement that shows how the position matches your career goals. Make sure the rest of your resume reflects this objective. Be accurate.  Avoid misrepresentation....
Resume vs. C.V.
A resume is a brief, concise document that presents, and effectively sells, your most relevant and positive credentials for employment. A vita, or curriculum vita, meaning "course of (one's) life, ....
Essential Elements of a Resume
Resumes should contain this following basic information that can be adapted accordingly: Heading Name (includes your full name and surname) Address (your permanent address plus any other temporary....
Resume Types
There are four basic types of resumes: chronological, functional, combination, and curricula vitae (CVs). Choose a format that best fits your experiences and industry or one that you are comfortable....
Resume Templates
The templates below are organized by resume types. The template is a general format.  Actual content and layout will vary.  Not all items are required or necessary.  Replace the content....
Chronological Resume Sample
Elizabeth DuShane 5555 Lakewood Road Warren, OH  44481 (330) 555-5555 OBJECTIVE: Mechanical Engineer ENGINEERING EXPERIENCE: Industrial Engineer                                                                                 ....
Functional Resume Sample
Charles Lopez 1234 Circle Drive Minneapolis, Minnesota 55404 (612) 555-5555 OBJECTIVE Dependable, enthusiastic worker with more than 10 years of experience seeking a Welding or Building Maintenance....
Combination Resume Sample
SHIRLEY ADAMS 1234 56th Avenue Apartment #203 Tucson, AZ 85725 (520) 555-5555 SUMMARY Dependable General Office Worker with more than 10 years of transferable experience.  Proven clerical,....
Sample Resumes - Functional
Cindy J. Smith Present Address  150711 Grand River Ave  E. Lansing, MI 48823  (517) 555-1212   ....
How to Write an Effective Resume
How to write an effective resume: An effective resume is the foundation of every successful job campaign. Most students write their first resume when they are seeking internships or summer employment,....
Resume Critique List
RESUME CRITIQUE LIST Does the overall appearance make an employer want to read it? Is the layout professional? Is the information organized so it is easy to read? (If the employer just....
Action Verbs for Job Description
ACTION VERBS FOR JOB DESCRIPTIONS: Verb phrases are the strongest way to describe previous job responsibilities. To write verb phrases, pretend you're telling someone about your job, beginning each sentence....
Sample Curriculum Vitae (CV)
JOHN W. SMITH 123 Main Street New Haven, Connecticut 6520 (510) 555-1234 jm123456@ucla.edu   EDUCATION Univeristy of California at Los Angeles (UCLA) Ph.D. in American Studies, June....
Sample Resumes - Chronological
  SAMPLE CHRONOLOGICAL RESUME Joe Williams Campus Address: Permanent Address: 12345 East Shaw Hall 10030 Wild Oak Drive East Lansing, MI 48825 Flint,....
Cover Letters
A cover letter is just as important as your resume.  It is an opportunity to personalize your resume and sell your skills. Include these important sections in your cover letter: Heading....
Cover Letter Template
Your Name Street Address City, State Zip Code Phone Number Date Individual's Name Job Title Name of Organization Street Address City, State Zip Code Dear Mr./Ms. __________: First....




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