Be concise and use action words and phrases when describing your experience. Ask someone you trust to check over your resume before submitting it. Be sure to include your name, address, phone number, education, and work experience. Depending on the position, you might need to include a cover letter that states why your qualifications fit the position and why you want to work with the company. Follow up by phone a few days after the employer has your resume to make sure everything is in order.
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Be sure to meet the application requirements for the job you are seeking. Objective A position in marine biology. Investigated existence and population of invertebrate in the Caprillao family in Morro Bay. Gained through knowledge of identification of marine species during summer studies at The Institute of Marine Biology. Reconstructing bone skeletons of marine fish and mammals.