RESUME WRITING

1.  Analyze the job description.

2.  Analyze the skills and experience that you possess which match the job description.

3.  Prepare a chronological or functional resume to market your skills and experiences.

• A chronological resume is actually reverse chronological.  It is a listing of your most recent job experiences related to the job opening and the list continues by presenting your activities back in time.
• A functional resume presents your skills and accomplishments in categories.

Both types of resumes include: name; address; phone number; e-mail; objective; education; and experience, including computer experience.

Optional categories may include: volunteer work; special interests; honors; community activities; professional organizations; and language spoken.

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