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TWU Career Services
FORMATS:
Choice
of format depends on your personal preference, career goals and past experience. The two main formats with many variations include:
CHRONOLOGICAL
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The
most commonly used format, but sometimes not always the most effective for new
college graduates and career changers.
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A
listing of information presented in reverse order of occurrence and
demonstrates a steady employment/education history by dates.
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Works
very well for those moving upward in a career area.
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FUNCTIONAL |
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Emphasizes capabilities, skill levels and accomplishments rather than job
titles or time spent at various jobs.
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Very
effective for those who have limited work experience and want to emphasize
skills, those who are changing careers, those re-entering after an absence
from the job market or emphasizing a different aspect of your career.
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Do
include an employment section after listing your skills and accomplishments.
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CATEGORIES:
Mandatory Categories: Optional Categories:
RESUME CHECK:
- Has it been critiqued by a staff member in Career Services?
- Does it fit on one page - maximum two pages?
- Is it correct - no typos or grammatical errors?
- Is it easy to read?
- Is the writing style clear and concise?
- Is important information easy to find?
- Is it reproduced on a good grade of bond paper?
-Preferably resume paper-24lb, watermarked, 100% cotton.
- Is it copied by a high-quality photocopier or laser printer?
COVER LETTERS:
The cover
letter introduces your resume. If well written, a cover letter will get the
employer’s attention and motivate him/her to carefully read your resume.
Always include a cover
letter with your resume, unless you are distributing it at a Career Day/Job
Fair. Whenever possible, distribute your cover letter and resume in person.
This allows you to make personal contacts.
Cover
Letter Guidelines/Example
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