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Resume Resources
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You will need a resume for college, scholarships, and job applications.
Select a resume format that highlights your strengths.
Resumes come in many shapes and sizes. While there is no "correct" resume format, you should select one that highlights your strengths.*For example, a student with little work experience might choose a format that emphasizes academic achievement first.
Below are sample resumes that provide a variety of formats:
Scholarship and College Application Resume
Academic Resume
High School Resume: Example & Writing Tips from ResumeGenius: Click Here
Helpful Articles on Resume Building:
Resume Skills for High School Students with Examples
*Source: the balance careers
Remember to...
- Proofread - have your family and friends read through your resume and specifically look for incorrect spelling and grammar.
- Be truthful - although your resume is meant to be a tool used to sell yourself, it does not mean you should fib about your experiences. Make sure your facts and dates are correct.
- Don't provide too much information - a good rule of thumb is to keep a resume on one page. You may use a cover letter to add more information about yourself.
- Use the correct format and paper - a resume is a professional document. You want it to look clean and simple for the reader to scan through it easily. Do not use bright paper or anything too distracting.