Resume Preparation

Resumes

Key Components

HeadingObjectiveEducationSkillsExperience

Additional Components

Professional affiliationsHonors, awards and activitiesCampus/community

involvementsLeadership activitiesForeign language proficiencyComputer applicationsVolunteer experiencesReferences (add-on to resume)

Formatting & Appearance

Make your name stand out with a bold, larger font size (14-16)

Use standard fonts such as Times New Roman, Arial, or Courier New

Type Size: 10 - 12 PointWhite, beige, or light gray quality

resume paperUse a laser printer for best finish Length should generally be one page

unless you have extensive experience or graduate school work

Heading

Includes contact information: Top of the pageName: large and boldAddress: street, town, state & zip

codeTelephone number(s): with

professional messageEmail address: professional looking,

check on a daily basisWebsite (optional)

Sample Headings

Mike Jones1 Meadow Way

Altamonte Springs, FL 32116(407) 555-1234

[email protected]

Susan [email protected]

Current Address Permanent Address325 Maple St 55 Sycamore DriveOrlando, FL 32837 Miami, FL 36829

(407) 555-3357 (305) 555-4429

CHRIS SMITH83 Prospect Road Orlando, FL 32837 (407) 555-8975 [email protected]

CHRIS SMITH83 Prospect Road Orlando, FL 32837

(407) 555-8975 [email protected]

Objective

ShortSpecificType of positionPreferred work environmentSpecialized skillsTailor to each positionWhat you can do for the

employer

Sample Objectives

To be a tax professional with a national accounting firm

To obtain a Special Education position with Orange County Public Schools

To obtain a part-time legal assistant position with a law firm focusing on environmental issues

To obtain a management training internship in a community service agency leading to a career in service to the public

To obtain a program development position working with geriatric clients

To obtain a paralegal position with opportunity to conduct title searches and other research



OBJECTIVE To obtain a laboratory position in diagnostic microbiology or related field

Education Educational institutions or specialized

training programs you have attended Name and location of the institution Major, minor and area of concentration Graduation or anticipated graduation

date GPA – if 3.0 or higher Certifications and/or licensure related to

employment goal Relevant coursework and/or thesis may

be included

Samples of Education Section

EDUCATION University of Central Florida Orlando, FL Bachelor of Science in Biology May 2003 GPA: 3.5

Atlanta Community College Atlanta, GAAssociates of Science in Biology May 2001GPA: 3.8

EDUCATION University of Central Florida Orlando, FL Master of Social Work May 2003

Bachelor of Science in Social Work May 2001Minor: Psychology



Relevant Courses:Medical Microbiology Molecular GeneticsMicrobiology Physiology ImmunologyFood Microbiology Virology



Relevant Skills

CourseworkEmploymentInternship / Co-opVolunteer experienceStudent leadershipComputer usageForeign language usage

Gained through:

Samples of Skills Section

SKILLS Language: Fluent in Spanish

Computer: Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

Working knowledge of Powerpoint and Access

SKILLS SUMMARY

• Detail oriented and well organized

• Excellent verbal and written communication

• Strong customer service focus

• Outgoing with a positive attitude

• Professional demeanor






SKILLS Lab: Cell culture techniques, gram stain, spectroscopy, western blotComputer: Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

Working knowledge of Microsoft Powerpoint and AccessLanguage: Fluent in Spanish

Experience

Related employment (full-time or part-time) Internships (paid or unpaid) Co-op Summer jobs Volunteer/Service learning Senior projects or academic research Club/Organization Participation MUST BE RELEVANT!!

Samples of Experience

Washington Mutual Orlando, FLAccounting Intern May – Aug 2003Reviewed and corrected accounting entries, assisted with financial planning input and analysis, and generated reports. (Accounting corrections revealed nearly $50,000 in unpaid bills and mislaid funds.)

University of Central Florida, College of Business Orlando, FLGraduate Assistant Aug 2002 – present• Assist in class preparation, update computer files, internet research, and other organizational functions • Present workshops on resume writing and interviewing preparation• Provide individual career guidance and academic advising






SKILLS Lab: Cell culture techniques, gram stain, spectroscopy, western blotComputer: Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Access Language: Fluent in Spanish

EXPERIENCE Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Atlanta, GAMicrobiology Intern May – Aug 2002• Characterized LaCrosse virus from mosquito field isolates to determine if genetic differences vary geographically• Extracted RNA from mosquito field isolates infected with LaCrosse virus• Performed RT/PCR on the isolated RNA• Purified complementary DNA products

• Quantified DNA product using agarose gel electrophoresis

Samples of Additional Components

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPSAmerican Counseling AssociationNational Career Development AssociationNational Academic Advising Association

HONORS, AWARDS and ACTIVITIESFlorida Bright Futures ScholarTau Beta Pi Engineering Honor SocietyBig Brothers Volunteer

LEADERSHIP ACTIVITIESPresident of Student Government AssociationPledge Coordinator for Sigma Chi FraternityTreasurer for UCF Chapter of the American Society for Microbiology



OBJECTIVE Laboratory position in diagnostic microbiology or related field



SKILLS Lab: Cell culture techniques, gram stain, spectroscopy, western blotComputer: Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access Language: Fluent in Spanish

EXPERIENCE Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Atlanta, GAMicrobiology Intern May – Aug 2002• Characterized LaCrosse virus from mosquito field isolates to determine if genetic differences vary geographically• Extracted RNA from mosquito field isolates infected with LaCrosse virus• Performed RT/PCR on the isolated RNA• Purified complementary DNA products

• Quantified DNA product using agarose gel electrophoresis

LEADERSHIP President of Student Government AssociationACTIVITIES Treasurer for American Society for Microbiology

Pledge Coordinator for Sigma Chi Fraternity

References

Separate page that complements resume

Lists professional contacts who have direct knowledge of your skills and qualifications

References may include faculty, former employers, and internship supervisors

Obtain permission from references in advance and provide them with current resume



REFERENCES Dr. Robert SmithChair, Biology DepartmentUniversity of Central Florida4000 Central Florida BlvdOrlando, FL 32816(407) [email protected]

Ms. Louise ParkerResearch CoordinatorCenters for Disease Control and Prevention101 Peachtree CenterAtlanta, GA 30001(404) [email protected]

Dr. Jonathan HopkinsNational PresidentAmerican Society for Microbiology1000 Dupont CircleWashington, DC 58221(202) [email protected]

Review Quiz

1. What should be the general length of a resume?

2. Name three key components of a resume.

One page unless you have extensive experience or graduate school work

Heading

Objective

Education

Experience

Skills

Review Quiz (Continued)

3. Should references be included in the resume?

4. Name three ways relevant experience can be obtained.

No. This is a separate page that complements the resume

Employment

Internship/Co-op

Volunteer leadership

Clubs/Organizations

Academic Research

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