RESUME WRITING TIPS See the following very good websites for details and examples on style and

content. http://careers.msn.com Go to careers and then go to appropriate link i.e. resume writing http://www.2ndchance.on.ca go to Job Search tips for resume writing http://www.careercity.com go to resumes link http://jobstar.org Your resume is usually your first contact with an employer. It is a marketing tool and the product is you. Your goal is to get an interview. Without an interview your chance of getting a job is pretty slim, so make sure the paper work you send out represents you well. Resume styles are personal so remember that although some hiring specialists recommend not adding an item such as an Objective other may say it is OK. The goal is to have a concise document that grabs the attention of the reader so they will call you for the interview. keep resume concise make words count..no declarative sentences. Never start a sentence with I dont be vague about your experience be honest make sure the resume looks good.NO SPELLING MISTAKES have someone check your grammar and spelling use white or ivory paper keep your pages neat and clean, no coffee stains! make sure you have a 1 inch margin on all sides target your resume for the job you are applying for eliminate superfluous details such as age, height, S.I.N. #, references available on request and an objective statement, which should already by clearly articulated in your cover letter. Choose a format: chronological functional

combination of chronological and functional Add your name to top of 2nd page (in case it becomes separated) Dont forget to add your telephone number Maintain a 1 inch margin all around Ask permission to use the telephone numbers/addresses of your references

EXAMPLE Your Name Address Telephone Number email address

B1

OBJECTIVE:

To obtain a part-time position in the service industry.

QUALIFICATION HIGHLIGHTS: Friendly and outgoing Certified in Food Safe Certified Fitness Instructor (CFES)

Honest and reliable Good organizational skills Enjoy working with people RELEVANT SKILLS:

Prepared marketing and promotional materials for West Coast Express] Assisted in processing Name the Train contest entries Tabulated donation pledges at the Variety Club Telethon Tutored English as a Second Language and other academic subjects Participated in fundraising activities Provided full time childcare for summer months WORK AND VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE: ESL Tutor Tabulation Volunteer Toy Repairer Promotions Child Care Provider

994.1998 1997 & 1998 1997 1995-1997 1993- Present MEMBERSHIPS:

The Variety Club Telethon Share West Coast Express Friends and Family

Dr. Charles Best Secondary School Leadership Class Dr. Charles Best Secondary Schools Musical Cast Member Dr. Charles Best Secondary Schools Awareness Club Hillcrest Middle School Student Council EDUCATION: Grade 12 student Dr. Charles Best Secondary School Present

Coquitlam, B.C. Received honour roll standing grades 8-11 Grade 8-9 INTERESTS: Guitar, drawing & painting, volleyball Hillcrest Middle School 1994-1996

**list your three references on page 2- (Use only adults as references and always obtain
their permission before giving out the information)

EXAMPLE Your Name Address Postal Code Telephone Number

B2

OBJECTIVE:

State the type of employment you are looking for

RELEVENT SKILLS OR ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

Make a list

WORK AND VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE:

Start with most recent. If you have no work experience put your education information first. Company name Location Position held. (List duties and start sentences with action Words, such as initiated, responsible for. Use at least two or three sentences to describe responsibilities.)

Date (start-finish)

EDUCATION:

Start with current school your highest level achieved to date and work back. School name Location List grade, electives, typing speed, special aptitudes i.e. math, sciences, computers, honors, awards, achievements, participation in clubs and sports, related to yearbook, basketball team etc.

Date (start-finish)

school, such as

AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS: awards for school. (School achievement could be listed education._

Your outside activities may lead to recognition and awards. These should be listed here, - examples would be environmental activity, sports awards out of awards for high academic or sports here instead of under

INTERESTS AND ACTIVITIES:

Examples: Tae Kwon Do, reading, art, horse riding, music etc.

REFERENCES:

List at least three do not use family Name of reference (Mr. Mrs. Ms.) Occupation Location Telephone number (Use only adults as references and always obtain their permission before giving out the information.)

EXAMPLE BASIC RESUME OUTLINE Your Name Address Telephone No: /Fax No:/Email address (only if it is not a Hotmail address) PROFILE: ACCOMPLISHMENTS: WORK HISTORY: EDUCATION: High school and goals Scholastic achievements Honour roll Certificates and awards Babysitting Neighbourhood employment (grass cutting, dog walking etc.) Volunteer work Leadership Computer skills Community involvement Church Extra curricular Chores Sports achievements Team Management Communication Positive outlook Environmental activities Guides/scouts Big brothers/sisters Organized 95 wpm Lotus/Excel Self starter Conscientious Motivated

B3

REFERENCES: At least three references do not use family Teacher, coach, counselor, past employers Instructor, if you study dance, music etc List references as Mr./Mrs./Ms. Use full names/occupations/locations/telephone numbers Use only adults as references and always obtain their permission before giving out the information