Once you clarify your strengths, skills and career goals, the tone, direction and style of your resume will fall into place. Seek career advisement if you are having difficulty conceptualizing your resume and objective. Prepare a draft of your resume. Resume writing assistance is available at the Cahill Center including a 48-hour Resume Critique Service accessible to students and alumni. Chronological - A comprehensive account of your education and experience.
Work experience is arranged listing most recent job first.
This is the resume most preferred by Human Resource Specialists. Particularly effective if your work experience is not closely related to your objective or you present an inconsistent work history. Combined - Blends the advantages of the chronological and functional in a format that highlights the strengths of your entries in an individualized manner. Emphasize accomplishments - especially those related to your objective. Results are impressive - quantify achievements wherever applicable.