Aspiring Scholar Workshop (ASW)

Resume Building

Overview

What is a Resume?

Why Are Resumes Needed?

• Introduces you to potential employers
• Highlights your skills and achievements
• Shows why you are a strong candidate
• Used for the DA Summer Mentorship Experience Program
• Grows with you as you gain experience

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Key Components of a Resume

• Name & Contact Information
• Education & Certifications
• Work & Volunteer Experience
• References
• Must be typed

General Formatting of a Resume

• Keep it simple and consistent
• Use the same font and size
• Bold headings
• Use bullet points or short descriptions
• Start each statement with an action verb

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Resumes

• Chronological
• Functional (skills based)
• Combination

• Tailor your resume to the specific position
• Highlight why you are a good fit
• Customize your resume for different opportunities
• Update your resume as you gain experience

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Additional Resume Basics

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Name and Contact Information

• Always at the top
• Include:
• Full Name
• Email
• Phone Number
• Refrain from putting
• Date of Birth
• Social Security

Objective & Education Section

Objective Section

“MAKE AN IMPACT”

• State the position you want
• Explain why you are a strong candidate
• Keep it relevant and professional
• Usually 3–4 sentences
• Update it as your goals and experiences change

Education Section

Include:

• School attended
• Years attended
• Degree or diploma earned (if applicable)

Include GPA, class rank, or coursework only if requested or relevant

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Ex: “Highly motivated individual an internship opportunity as a NICU Nurse. I have spent the last 3 years studying about the role of nurses and the long-lasting impacts they make amongst families.”

Work/Volunteer Experience and �Extracurricular Activities

• Organization/Employer
• Position
• Dates
• Hours committed
• Roles and responsibilities

Highlight long-term commitment

Include relevant experiences

No work experience? Add volunteering, clubs, leadership, or extracurricular activities

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Extracurricular Activities

List relevant clubs and activities

Include:

• Club/Organization Name
• Leadership Position (if applicable)
• Dates of Participation

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Achievements, Awards and Distinctions

• List all your relevant achievements, awards or distinctions that may help your resume stand out
• Note the following:
• Name of club, organization or activity award received from
• Name of award/achievement
• Date received

Making Your Resume Stand Out

• PROOFREAD! Check spelling, grammar and punctuation
• Keep resume on one page
• Make sure formatting and style is consistent
• Have others review your resume before you submit

General skills and action verbs that are helpful for use on your resume.

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