Summary Statement:
A summary statement is how a candidate will “sell” themselves to the job they are applying to. It is typically three to five sentences and highlights other details touched upon in the resume, like key skills, personal qualifications, and what that applicant will bring to the job that other applicants may not. This lets the candidate highlight the immediate value they will bring to a company.
- Key Skills
- Accomplishments
- Personal Values
- Third-Person Perspective
Work Experience:
- Job Title / Place of Employment
- Address / Starting Date – Ending Date
- This is where applicants can elaborate on the specific skills they employed in previous positions.
- Bullet points can also showcase area-specific tasks that the applicant may be familiar with, such as project management, research, or data analysis.
- When building a resume without prior work experience, highlight informal work, like babysitting, lawncare, gutter cleaning, or snow shoveling.
Other Tips:
- When creating a resume, be sure to use a legible font. Sans-serif fonts will look modern and sleek, while serif fonts feel more academic and traditional.
- Focus on details that will appeal to employers, like skills and training. Information that can be shared later, such as schedule availability, should saved for interviews.
- Don’t be afraid to add a personal touch. Resumes highlighted with clean, consistent pops of color can draw the eye.
