Post on 05-Jul-2020
This checklist has been designed to assist you in evaluating your resume. Make sure your resume meets the following criteria:
Resume Evaluation ChecklistWarner College
APPEARANCE
is pleasing to the eye
is reader-friendly
denotes a professional
document
includes your selling points
(in relation to the job)1
HEADER
is at the top of the page
includes current address
(city and state only
appropriate)
includes telephone number
includes current email
includes your LinkedIn URL
(if applicable and
appropriate for employers
to view)
Additional section: • Professional Summary
2
EDUCATION/TRAINING
includes degree earned
with major and graduation
date
includes name and location
of university or college
may include minors and
concentrations
may include relevant
coursework if applicable to
industry
Additional sections: • Honors & Awards• Research Experience• Certifications• Technical Skills
3
Resume Evaluation Checklist
WARNER COLLEGE OF NATURAL RESOURCES CAREER CENTER
EXPERIENCE
consistent with professional
summary (if applicable)
aligns with job requirements
highlights related skills
gained through experience
includes quantitative
evidence, i.e., over 100
members
Additional sections: • Related Work Experience
4ADDITIONAL
INVOLVEMENT
emphasizes additional
involvements
includes pertinent
memberships and a�liations
includes extracurricular
participation (if applicable)
Additional sections:• Professional Associations• Skills & Accomplishments
6
LEADERSHIP& ACTIVITIES
includes title, organization
name, and location
includes dates of position
or role held
highlights transferable
skills gained with relevant
accomplishments (if
applicable)
Additional sections:• Volunteer Experience• Conference Experience
5COMMENTS: