b'Entry Level Resume Guide\n\nThis packet is intended to serve as a starting point for creating or improving your resume.\nIt includes sample resumes, as well as best practices and helpful resources for developing a\nsuccessful document.\nDePaul University\xe2\x80\x99s Peer Career Advisors are available on a walk-in basis to assist you with\ncreating and/or improving your resume. Inquire about Peer Career Advisor Program hours\nby calling the Career Center at (312) 362-8437 (Loop Campus) or (773) 325-7431 (Lincoln\nPark Campus).\n\n\x0cContents\nI.\n\nResume Purpose, Design, & Mechanics\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6..\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6..Page 3\n\nII.\n\nKey Elements of a Successful Resumes\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6.\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6....Page 4\nThis document is intended to guide you in creating your resume by outlining\nimportant types of information to include and tips for doing so in a professional and\npersuasive manner. Please note this is not intended as a template and the format\nemployed may or may not best represent you. Consider meeting with a Peer Career\nAdvisor to discuss how you might best layout your own resume.\n\nIII.\n\nTransferable Skills & Action Verbs\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6.Page 5\nTransferable skills are those that can be applied in a variety of industries and job\nfunctions. Considering which transferable skills you want to convey to employers is a\ngreat place to start when composing your resume. This list is a sampling of the types of\nskills you might highlight on your resume, in addition to those skills that are more\nspecific to your major, intended industry, or job function.\nA sampling of action verbs is also included on this page. Be sure to use strong action\nverbs to begin each of your bulleted statements, previewing the skill to be exemplified\nthrough the accomplishment statement.\n\nIV.\n\nChronological Resume Samples...\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6...Pages 6-11\nIn this most commonly accepted resume format, job titles and employers are\nemphasized, starting with your most recent experiences to illustrate a progressive work\nhistory. Your skills and accomplishments are described through bulleted statements\nunder each position. This resume type is recommended for people who have recently\ngraduated with a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree, those who are staying within the same career field,\nand candidates with few time gaps in their job history. This type is most often preferred\nby employers because it is easy to scan, highlights job titles, employers, and dates, and\nclearly ties candidates\xe2\x80\x99 skills and accomplishments to their work histories.\n\nV.\n\nFunctional & Combination Resume Samples...\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6..Pages 12-13\nThis format is an option for candidates who have changed employers frequently,\nhave gaps in their employment history, or are hoping to transition to a new industry\nor unrelated job function. Functional resumes enable candidates to highlight\ntransferable skills, placing less emphasis on employment dates, job titles, and\nemployers.\n\nVI.\n\nAdditional Career Center Resume Resources\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\xa6...Page 14\n\n2\n\n\x0cI. Resume Purpose, Design, & Mechanics\nThe purpose of a resume is to market yourself to employers by succinctly summarizing your education, experience,\nand skills, ultimately aiming to convince employers to invite you to interview. When conceptualizing your resume,\nthink of it as a marketing tool, rather than a simple work history, as it is intended to promote you as the perfect\ncandidate for the opportunity at hand.\nResume writing is an art, not a science. There is no one correct way to formulate a resume, but there are some best\npractices and standards that the Career Center recommends. Stand out from the crowd with high quality content\nand a clearly written, error-free document. Sequence the information from most important to least important with\nregard to your career objective. When constructing bullet points, aim to highlight accomplishments that exemplify\nthe skills you possess and employers are seeking.\n\xef\x81\xb6 Length: With a few rare exceptions, when applying for internships or entry-level jobs, students should\nkeep their resume to 1 page. If you have difficulty narrowing down your resume, consider removing\nelements that are not closely related to the opportunities for which you are applying.\n\xef\x81\xb6 Margins: Make your resume visually attractive. Use some whitespace to allow the reader\xe2\x80\x99s eye to rest.\nUsing .5 inch to 1.5 inch margins is recommended.\n\xef\x81\xb6 Font: Use a font that is easy to read. Times New Roman, Arial, and Courier New are good choices. A\n10-12 point font size is recommended.\n\xef\x81\xb6 Consistency: Keep the formatting consistent throughout your resume. For example, if you choose to bold\na job title, make sure you bold every job title. Also, make sure that all of your bullet points, section headers,\ndates, etc. line up neatly on the page.\n\xef\x81\xb6 Accuracy: Your resume, and all other job search materials, must be 100% error free. Be sure to carefully\nread through your resume, checking grammar, spelling, and punctuation. It is a good idea to have at least\n2-3 people proofread it as well.\n\xef\x81\xb6 Be Accomplishment-Orientated: Employers hire you for your skills and want to read about times when\nyou have successfully utilized the skills they are seeking. Describe achievements, rather than listing duties,\nquantify outcomes whenever possible, and be sure to highlight your proficiency in both technical (industry\nor job function-specific) and transferable skills.\n\xef\x81\xb6 Use Action Verbs: Strengthen your bullet points by beginning each with an action verb that previews the\nskill to be exemplified in that accomplishment statement. This allows a potential employer to more easily\nscan your resume for what he or she is seeking.\n\xef\x81\xb6 Make it Clear and Be Succinct: Eliminate the pronoun \xe2\x80\x9cI\xe2\x80\x9d at the beginning of each bullet point as this is\nassumed. Avoid introductory and wind-up phrases such as \xe2\x80\x9cMy duties included...\xe2\x80\x9d and \xe2\x80\x9cMy responsibilities\nwere\xe2\x80\xa6\xe2\x80\x9d\n\xef\x81\xb6 Overall Appearance: Ask yourself and others if your document is easy to read and professional looking.\nAlso, consider that the average recruiter may scan your resume for 30 seconds or less. Make sure that your\nmost important information stands out.\n\n3\n\n\x0cII. Key Elements of a Successful Resume\nYour First and Last Name\n\xe2\x99\xa6 Phone number \xe2\x99\xa6 Email address \xe2\x99\xa6 Street address \xe2\x99\xa6 City, state & zip code \xe2\x99\xa6\n_______________________________________________________________________________________________________\nOBJECTIVE\nCreate a statement describing or naming the position you are seeking to obtain. You may also include the specific field or area\nyou are interested in and the skills and expertise you could contribute to the company. This section is optional and could be\nomitted or substituted with a \xe2\x80\x95Career Highlights\xe2\x80\x96 or \xe2\x80\x95Summary of Qualifications\xe2\x80\x96 section.\n_______________________________________________________________________________________________________\nEDUCATION\nInstitution City, State\n(Expected) Graduation Month Year\nWrite out the full name of your (expected) degree; also list Minors and Concentrations\nGPA: 4.0/4.0 (it is recommended that you include your GPA if it is 3.0 or higher)\nOther possible information to include: Study Abroad experiences, Relevant Coursework, or Academic Awards and Honors.\n_______________________________________________________________________________________________________\nEXPERIENCE, RELEVANT EXPERIENCE, INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE [possible titles/descriptive headings]\nOrganization, Your Job Title \xe2\x80\x93 City, State\nMonth Year - Month Year\nThe position header above is one example of formatting. Other formats can include using two lines or rearranging the order of\nthe Organization, Job Title, Location, and Dates to emphasize the most important elements.\nYou can bold or italicize your title or your organization\xe2\x80\x94whichever is more relevant, but be consistent.\nIn this section include bulleted accomplishment statements, which provide examples of times you have successfully used the\nskills employers are seeking.\nStart with a strong action verb, then follow with an explanation of what you were doing, describe how you did it, and, when\npossible, include any outcomes that you achieved. Remember, statements should ultimately convey your proficiency in one or\nmore skill sets of interest to the employer by way of providing an example of when you have used them.\nConsider the following questions to help you create more effective bullet points: What was the result/outcome of your work?\nWhat were your accomplishments? How did you help the organization? What skills/knowledge did you enhance? How does\nthis experience relate to your internship/employment goal?\nOrganization, Your Job Title \xe2\x80\x93 City, State\nMonth Year - Month Year\nBulleted statements should be in the proper tense (past or present tense) and use consistent grammar and punctuation.\nBe specific by including quantity, frequency, population, and impact of your work whenever possible.\nMake sure your resume is easy to read and not too text heavy. Avoid using colors, multiple fonts, pictures, being too brief, or\nmaking it too dense. Make it your own, but be professional.\n_______________________________________________________________________________________________________\nADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE, LEADERSHIP, HONORS, ACTIVITIES, COMMUNITY SERVICE, VOLUNTEER,\nPROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT [possible titles/descriptive headings]\nOrganization, Your Job Title \xe2\x80\x93 City, State\nMonth Year - Month Year\nUsing multiple experience sections is optional and allows you to emphasize (by placing it closer to the top) your most relevant\nexperience. Experiences within a section should be listed in reverse chronological order.\nPositions within this section should be formatted like previous experience sections, but may or may not include bullet points.\nIn an additional experience section, you can include work experiences that may not be directly related to the job you are\napplying to, but add to your credibility by exemplifying a progressive work history.\nEmphasize your transferable skills, those that can be taken from one experience and applied elsewhere.\nOrganization, Your Role (e.g. Member, Participant, Honoree, or Presenter) \xe2\x80\x93 City, State Month Year - Month Year\nThis section can also be an opportunity to share your experiences as a leader, honors received, community involvement,\nprofessional development activities, or membership in organizations. As illustrated, replace \xe2\x80\x95job title\xe2\x80\x96 with the role you played.\nIncluding bullet points is optional, depending on what you wish to convey to a potential employer.\n_______________________________________________________________________________________________________\nADDITIONAL SKILLS [List skills that are testable and concrete. Soft skills such as communication, organizational, and\ninterpersonal skills should not be listed here, but rather incorporated into your bulleted accomplishment statements above.]\nTechnology: Try to include programs that would not be assumed based on education and include your proficiency level. For\nexample: Advanced User of Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as Adobe Photoshop.\nLanguages: For example: Proficient in oral and written German; Beginner knowledge of Spanish.\n\n4\n\n\x0cIII. Transferable Skills & Action Verbs\nTRANSFERABLE SKILLS\nTransferable skills are those that can be applied in multiple work settings. Consider incorporating them, in addition to those\nthat are specific to your intended career field, by providing examples of when you have successfully used them in your\nbulleted accomplishment statements. Some examples of transferable skills include the following:\nCLERICAL\nBookkeeping\nClassifying\nCollecting\nCompiling\nComputing\nExamining\nFiling\nOrganizing\nRecording\nWord processing\n\nCREATIVE\nDesigning\nDeveloping\nEstablishing\nIllustrating\nImagining\nImprovising\nInventing\nperforming\nRevitalizing\nVisualizing\n\nHUMAN RELATIONS\nAdvising\nAssisting\nCounseling\nEmpathizing\nFacilitating\nGuiding\nListening\nMotivating\nRepresenting\nServing\n\nPUBLIC RELATIONS\nConducting\nConsulting\nInforming\nPlanning\nPresenting\nPromoting\nRepresenting\nResponding\nResearching\nWriting\n\nRESEARCH\nAssessing\nCalculating\nCollecting\nDiagnosing\nEvaluating\nExamining\nExtrapolating\nInterviewing\nInvestigating\nSynthesizing\n\nCOMMUNICATION\nEditing\nExplaining\nInfluencing\nInterpreting\nlistening\nMediating\nPromoting\nSpeaking\nTranslating\nWriting\n\nFINANCIAL\nAccounting\nAdministering\nAllocating\nAuditing\nBalancing\nCalculating\nForecasting\nInvesting\nProjecting\n\nMANAGEMENT\nCommunicating\nConsulting\nCoordinating\nDelegating\nDirecting\nEvaluating\nLeading\nNegotiating\nPersuading\nPlanning\n\nPROBLEM SOLVING\nAnalyzing\nAppraising\nDiagnosing\nExamining\nExecuting\nPlanning\nProving\nReasoning\nRecognizing\nValidating\n\nTECHNICAL\nAdjusting\nAligning\nAssembling\nDrafting\nEngineering\nInstalling\nObserving\nOperating\nProgramming\nRepairing\n\nTRAINING\nAdapting\nCommunicating\nDemonstrating\nEnabling\nEncouraging\nEvaluating\nExplaining\nInstructing\nPlanning\nStimulating\n\nACTION VERBS\nBeginning each bulleted accomplishment statement with a strong action verb helps to highlight your successes and allows a\nreader to get a sense of your skills by scanning the page prior to reading each individual bullet point. It is a good idea to vary\nthe action verbs on your resume in order to appeal to different audiences. Below is a list of verbs to help get you started.\nA\nAchieved\nActed\nAdapted\nAdjusted\nAdministered\nAdvanced\nAdvised\nAltered\nAnalyzed\nAppraised\nArranged\nAssembled\nAssessed\nAudited\nB\nBalanced\nBudgeted\nBuilt\nC\nCalculated\nCalibrated\nCategorized\nCharted\nClassified\nCoached\nCollected\nCombined\nCommunicated\nCompiled\nComposed\nComputed\nConducted\nConfigured\nConsolidated\nConstructed\n\nConsulted\nContrasted\nControlled\nConverted\nConvinced\nCoordinated\nCounseled\nCounted\nCreated\nCultivated\nD\nDecided\nDecreased\nDefined\nDelivered\nDemonstrated\nDesigned\nDetected\nDetermined\nDeveloped\nDevised\nDiagnosed\nDifferentiated\nDistributed\nDocumented\nDoubled\nDrafted\nE\nEdited\nEliminated\nEncouraged\nEngineered\nEnhanced\nEnsured\nEstablished\nEstimated\n\nEvaluated\nExamined\nExecuted\nExpanded\nExpedited\nF\nFacilitated\nFiled\nFilled\nForecasted\nFormulated\nFostered\nFulfilled\nG\nGained\nGathered\nGenerated\nGrew\nGuided\nH\nHandled\nHeaded\nHired\nI\nIdentified\nIllustrated\nImplemented\nImproved\nIncreased\nInfluenced\nInformed\nInitiated\nInspected\nInstalled\nInstituted\nInstructed\n\nIntegrated\nIntended\nInterviewed\ninvented\nInvestigated\nL\nLaunched\nLectured\nLed\nLiaised\nLogged\nM\nMaintained\nManaged\nManufactured\nMarketed\nMeasured\nMediated\nMentored\nMigrated\nMinimized\nMonitored\nMotivated\nN\nNegotiated\nO\nObtained\nOperated\nOrchestrated\nOrdered\nOrganized\nOriginated\nOversaw\nP\nPerformed\nPersuaded\n\nPlanned\nPosted\nPrepared\nPrescribed\nPresented\nPriced\nProcessed\nProduced\nPromoted\nProposed\nProtected\nProvided\nPurchased\nR\nRealized\nReceived\nRecommended\nReconciled\nRecorded\nRecruited\nRedesigned\nReduced\nReferred\nRemoved\nReorganized\nRepaired\nReported\nRepresented\nResearched\nResolved\nRestructured\nRevamped\nReviewed\nRevised\nRevitalized\nRouted\n\nS\nScheduled\nSelected\nSeparated\nServed\nServiced\nSet up\nSimplified\nSold\nSolved\nSpecified\nStarted\nStrategized\nStreamlined\nStrengthened\nStudied\nSummarized\nSupervised\nSupplied\nSupported\nT\nTested\nTracked\nTrained\nTransformed\nTranslated\nTroubleshot\nU\nUpdated\nUpgraded\nV\nVerified\nW\nWeighed\nWired\nWon\n\n5\n\n\x0cIV. Chronological Resume Samples\nSAMPLE 1: Chronological Resume\n\nMin Nguyen\nmnguyen@hotmail.com\nPermanent Address:\n1515 Howard Street\nAtlanta, GA 30342\n(404) 555-5555\nEducation\n\nDePaul University, Chicago, IL\nBachelor of Arts in Public Relations and Advertising\nExpected June 2012\nG.P.A. 3.3/4.0\nAcademic Honors: Dean\xe2\x80\x99s List all quarters in attendance\nGolden Key International\n\nCoursework Advertising Campaigns\nAdvertising Media Planning\nExperience\n\nCurrent Address:\n2500 North Kenmore #2\nChicago, IL 60614\n(312) 555-5555\n\nHealthcare and Public Relations\nCrisis Communication\n\nDePaul Student Government, Chicago, IL\n2008 \xe2\x80\x93 Present\nAdvertising Staff\nAssist in production of independent and commercial documentary films.\nCoordinate media relations and arrange promotional events.\nCollaborate with marketing and creative staff on press releases, space ads,\nposters, and dealer promotions.\nIrvin and Smith, Inc., Atlanta, GA\nSummers 2008, 2009\nAdministrative Assistant\nResearched new market opportunities by investigating and identifying potential\ncustomers and competitors.\nProvided status reports to management on all operations activities on a weekly\nbasis.\nWorked with advertising, sales, and technical groups to develop brochures and\ntrade show displays.\nArranged employee travel to and from conventions and conferences.\n\nLeadership\n\nSkills\n\nDePaul University, Chicago, IL\n2009 \xe2\x80\x93 Present\nFreshman Orientation Leader\nFamiliarize students with on campus support services and facilitate tours of\nDePaul\xe2\x80\x99s Campus\nDePaul University Accounting Club, Chicago, IL\nTreasurer\n\n2009 \xe2\x80\x93 Present\n\nStudent Newspaper\nStaff Writer\n\n2008 \xe2\x80\x93 2010\n\nLanguage: Conversational in Spanish\nComputer: Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint\n6\n\n\x0cSAMPLE 2: Chronological Resume\n\nMartha Smith Martha.Smith@hotmail.com\n2425 N. Sheffield, Apt #602 ~ Chicago, IL 60614 ~ (773) 555 \xe2\x80\x935555\n\nObjective\n\nTo obtain an internship in marketing or communications in which I can contribute my\ninterpersonal, writing, and time management skills.\n\nEducation\n\nDePaul University, Chicago, IL\nBachelor of Arts in English, June 2011\nMinor in Japanese Studies\nG.P.A. 3.4/4.0\nRitsumeikan University , Kyoto, Japan\nStudy Abroad Program, Winter Quarter 2010\n\nExperience\n\nCNA Insurance Company, Chicago, IL\nJuly 2009 \xe2\x80\x93 Present\nMarketing Support Clerk\n\xef\x82\xa7 Conduct an average of 50-75 telephone interviews per week with customers from target\nmarkets.\n\xef\x82\xa7 Collect and analyze quantitative and qualitative research data using internet databases,\nprescribed interviewing techniques, and SPSS.\n\xef\x82\xa7 Draft marketing materials to be included in new publications.\nMcDermott, Will & Emery Law Firm, Chicago, IL\nMay 2008 \xe2\x80\x93 June 2009\nReceptionist\n\xef\x82\xa7 Directed incoming calls on a 40-line switchboard.\n\xef\x82\xa7 Greeted clients and instructed them to fill out appropriate paperwork.\n\xef\x82\xa7 Organized all aspects of a luncheon for the law firm\xe2\x80\x99s attorneys and their clients.\n\xef\x82\xa7 Created and maintained an electronic filing system, enabling users to access scanned\ndocuments remotely.\nMacy\xe2\x80\x99s Department Store, Chicago, IL\nSeasonal 2007 & 2008\nSales Associate\n\xef\x82\xa7 Assisted and advised customers on purchases of various merchandise.\n\xef\x82\xa7 Dealt with customer inquiries and complaints in a polite and efficient manner.\n\xef\x82\xa7 Executed special customer orders via telephone, email, and fax.\n\nActivities\n\nDePaul Ambassador Club, Member\nStudent Advisory Board, Member\nMarketing Club member, Special Events Coordinator\nAlpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Member\n\nSkills\n\nProficient in Windows, Word, Excel, Outlook, and SPSS\nFunctional in PowerPoint\nFluent in verbal and written Japanese\n\n2008 \xe2\x80\x93 Present\n2008 \xe2\x80\x93 Present\n2008 \xe2\x80\x93 Present\n2007 \xe2\x80\x93 Present\n\n7\n\n\x0cSAMPLE 3: Chronological Resume\n\nHector Gonzales\n123 Software Way\n312-555-5555\nChicago, IL 60000\nhgonzales@email.com\n__________________________________________________________________________________________________________\n\nOBJECTIVE: To obtain a part-time or internship position in which I can contribute 1+ years of IT experience and\neducation, as well as my collaboration and communication skills.\nEDUCATION:\nBachelor of Science in Computer Science, DePaul University, Chicago, IL\nCumulative GPA: 3.0/4.0; Major GPA: 3.6/4.0\n\nExpected June 2011\n\nTECHNICAL SUMMARY:\nLanguages: C++, Visual Basic, Cobol, Java, HTML, JavaScript\nSoftware: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, WordPerfect, Front Page\nOperating Systems: Windows, UNIX, DOS\nDatabases: Access, SQL\nCOURSE PROJECTS:\nSystem Analysis and Design\nWinter 2010\nProduction Control Project\n\xef\x82\xa7 Led a team of five students in designing, coding and implementing an SQL database.\n\xef\x82\xa7 Entered and updated information using a search engine robot.\n\xef\x82\xa7 Completed analysis and designed documentation with data flow diagrams, structure charts, process\nspecifications, data-dictionary and a user manual.\nE-Commerce\nSummer 2009\nWebsite Design Project\n\xef\x82\xa7 Designed a personal web site using HTML; viewable at www.hgonzales1.depaul.edu.\nRELATED EXPERIENCE:\nDigiworld, Chicago, IL\nMay 2008 \xe2\x80\x93 Present\nDatabase Intern\n\xef\x82\xa7 Maintain 1000 customer records in company\xe2\x80\x99s Access database.\n\xef\x82\xa7 Update website with information on new events and services utilizing Front Page.\n\xef\x82\xa7 Process online subscriptions, activating new subscriber accounts by creating usernames and passwords.\nDePaul University, Chicago, IL\nOctober 2007 \xe2\x80\x93 July 2008\nLab Assistant\n\xef\x82\xa7 Provided technical support to students in a lab with 150 workstations.\n\xef\x82\xa7 Performed troubleshooting and problem-solving of hardware and software issues.\nADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE:\nGeneral Office Company, Naperville, IL\nClerk\n\xef\x82\xa7 Coordinated scheduling of events and meetings for multiple departments.\n\xef\x82\xa7 Distributed newsletters and correspondence to constituents.\n\nAugust 2007 \xe2\x80\x93 May 2009\n\nACTIVITIES:\n\xef\x82\xa7 Member, Computer Science Society (ACM student chapter)\n\xef\x82\xa7 Secretary, Student Government Association\n\xef\x82\xa7 Member, Golden Key Honor Society\n\nSeptember 2009 \xe2\x80\x93 Present\nDecember 2008 \xe2\x80\x93 Present\nMay 2009 \xe2\x80\x93 Present\n\n8\n\n\x0cSAMPLE 4: Chronological Resume\n\nLaura Jackson\n\n_________________________________________________________________\n1005 West George, #2 Chicago, IL 60657\n\nDePaul University, Chicago, IL\nBachelor of Science in Marketing, June 2007\nMinor in Sociology\nG.P.A. 3.1/4.0\n\nljackson@depaul.edu\n\n(773) 555-5555\n\nEDUCATION\n\nEXPERIENCE\nUSA Track & Field, Indianapolis, IN\nCommunication/Media Intern, Summer 2006\nCoordinated communications between USA Track and Field publications, internet production, and\ninformation distribution teams.\nContributed to writing, editing, and distribution of press releases.\nFacilitated daily press department mailings.\nGenerated database for USA Track and Field Hall of Fame grand opening.\nUpdated athletes\xe2\x80\x99 online biographies after every track meet.\nAssisted the Promotions Department by participating in on-location promotional events and\nprogramming activities.\nDePaul University, Chicago, IL\nNursing Learning Resource Center Assistant, August 2004 \xe2\x80\x93 January 2006\nProvided nursing students with research advice and service regarding nursing center, media library, and\nlab resources.\nAcquired and maintained knowledge of nursing curriculum, prerequisites, and other nursing-related\ncourse work in order to advise current students and promote program to prospective students.\nIssued audiovisual materials, reference books, reserve materials, and other clinical equipment.\nAnswered phones for department and directed students to appropriate resources.\nAttended to opening and closing duties, such as prepping the computer lab, preparing reserve items for\nstudents, checking messages, and locking up.\nACTIVITIES & LEADERSHIP\nAlpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Member, January 2006 \xe2\x80\x93 Present\nFacilitate and support fundraising efforts by marketing through emails, flyers, and social media websites\nfor philanthropic and community service efforts.\nDePaul Ambassador Club, Senior Member, September 2006 \xe2\x80\x93 Present\nProvided tours of campus to prospective students and their families.\nTrained six new ambassadors on delivering campus tours and overnight visit protocol.\nDePaul Marketing Club, Vice President, September 2005 \xe2\x80\x93 March 2007\nRecruited members and co-led club\xe2\x80\x99s annual fundraising drive.\n\n9\n\n\x0cSAMPLE 5: Chronological Resume\n\nNicole Anderson\n456 Bellfour Drive Lincolnwood, IL 60654\n(773) 555-5555 nanderso@students.depaul.edu\n\nSummary of Qualifications\nFour years of progressive experience in communications, media, and public relations\nGraduate level education in public relations and advertising with coursework in theory, integrated\ncampaigns, and strategic planning\nHighly motivated professional with an understanding of new media\xe2\x80\x99s role in public relations\nEducation\nDePaul University, Chicago, IL\nMaster of Arts in Public Relations and Advertising, December 2010\nSouth University, Kansas City, MO\nBachelor of Arts in Management, June 2007\nRelated Experience\nPublic Relations Assistant\nFox Chicago News, Chicago IL, 2008 \xe2\x80\x93 2009\nPrepared and edited press releases to promote upcoming events and convey highlights of recent\nhappenings\nCreated organizational publications for internal and external audiences, including employee newsletters\nAssisted in the planning and execution of promotional events, including a \xe2\x80\x95flash mob\xe2\x80\x96 with over 50\nparticipants\nArranged public appearances, lectures, contests, and exhibits for Fox Chicago News personalities\nSpecial Report Intern\nReal Life News, Anye, NY, 2007 \xe2\x80\x93 2008\nInvestigated and proposed opportunities to incorporate new media into organization\xe2\x80\x99s strategic\ncommunications plan\nDeveloped and marketed organization\xe2\x80\x99s Facebook Fan Page, gaining over 1,500 fans in the first six\nweeks\nCollected and analyzed data, consulted with industry experts, and provided reporters with premise and\nsources for stories consistently ahead of schedule\nAdditional Experience\nCustomer Service Associate\nMarshall and Company, Chicago, IL, 2006 \xe2\x80\x93 Present\nServe customers making various payment transactions\nProcess cash advances quickly and accurately to employees, resulting in being honored as Employee of\nthe Month three times\nBalance cash receipts of previous day and compiled daily report for the auditing department,\neliminating the need for a second shift employee, saving the company over $2000 per month\nHonors & Activities\nGolden Key Honor Society Member, 2008\nAmoco Scholarship Recipient, 2008\nMarketing Club Secretary, 2007 \xe2\x80\x93 Present\n10\n\n\x0cSAMPLE 6: Chronological Resume\n\nDouglas Noth\nDougnoth.23@gmail.com (312) 555-1111\nOnline Portfolio Viewable at: www.Doug.Noth.Portfolio.com\nCAREER HIGHLIGHTS\n\xef\x82\xa7\n\xef\x82\xa7\n\xef\x82\xa7\n\xef\x82\xa7\n\n2 years of experience in producing, directing, and editing videos, specifically documentaries\nCompleted the Atlantis Dual Degree Study Abroad Program in France and Sweden\nOver 8 years of experience in community service, including fundraising, event and advocacy planning\nProven skills in organizing, implementing, and working with diverse team members\n\nEDUCATION\nAtlantis Dual Degree Study Abroad Program, June 2009\nB. A. in Digital Cinema, DePaul University, Chicago, IL\nB. A. in Business Administration, Linkoping University, Linkoping, Sweden\nRELEVANT EXPERIENCE\nDirector/Producer: Atlantis Documentary, Chicago, IL, January 2009-Present\n\xef\x82\xa7 Produce and direct a documentary on the Atlantis Study Abroad Program to promote dual degree programs\nthrough DePaul and affiliate universities abroad.\n\xef\x82\xa7 Travel to France and Sweden to coordinate and conduct interviews with University Presidents, Directors and\nstudents.\nCo-Producer/Camera Operator: Rafiki Collaborative Documentary, Kenya/ Chicago, IL, November 2008-Present\n\xef\x82\xa7 Traveled to Kenya to film a 15-minute documentary, which portrayed cultural and structural issues surrounding\nHIV and AIDS.\n\xef\x82\xa7 Developed interviewing skills by conducting 11 interviews with local community leaders.\nAssistant to Producer (Internship): Richter Studios, Chicago, IL, September 2008-Present\n\xef\x82\xa7 Assist Producer with various pre-production activities, including location scouting and shoot planning.\nCo-Director/Co-Producer: Voices Documentary, Chicago, IL, January 2009-June 2009\n\xef\x82\xa7 Commissioned by DePaul Community Service Organization to create a 20-minute documentary about social\njustice on campus to be shown to all incoming freshman and elsewhere on campus to encourage student\ninvolvement.\nFeatured Extra: Universal Studios, Chicago, IL, May 2007\n\xef\x82\xa7 Worked as a paid extra on a Dennis Quaid film, The Express, for Universal Studios.\nACADEMIC PROJECTS\nSound Director: Cheap Seats movie for Project Bluelight, Chicago, IL, August 2008\n\xef\x82\xa7 Directed sound for 30-minute short written and directed by a faculty member with a crew of 20 students.\nProducer: Ride music video, Chicago, IL, July 2007\n\xef\x82\xa7 Produced a 3-minute music video for local hip-hop artist and DJ with crew of 4 students.\nOTHER EXPERIENCE\nDePaul Community Service Association: Senior Team, Chicago, IL, August 2008-Current\nOle Lounge: Bartender/ Server, Chicago, IL, August 2008-January 2009\nDePaul University: Resident Advisor, Chicago, IL, August 2006-June 2007\nCOMMUNITY SERVICE AND HONORS\nBest Buddies E-Buddy, May 2007-July 2008\nDePaul Community Service Coordinator, April 2006-March 2007\nDePaul AIDS Project Volunteer, January 2005-2007\nSpecial Olympics Volunteer, May 2006\n\n11\n\n\x0cV. Functional & Combination Resume Samples\nSAMPLE 7: Functional Resume, Career Changer with Gap in Work History\n\nDominique Harris\n2312 N. Sheffield #306\nChicago, IL 60614\n(773) 555-5555\nDharris2@depaul.edu\n\nObjective\n\nTo obtain a management position that will allow me to utilize my proven interpersonal,\norganizational, and management skills\n\nEducation\n\nDePaul University\nBachelor of Arts in Psychology, June 2011\nMinor in Management\nGPA: 3.2/4.0\n\nHonors\n\nDean\xe2\x80\x99s List, all quarters in attendance\nPsi Chi, Psychology Honors Society Member, 2009\xe2\x80\x93 present\nPsychology Club, Alumni Relations Team Leader, 2008 \xe2\x80\x93 present\nGolden Key Award Recipient, 2008\n\nChicago, IL\n\nExperience\nInterpersonal\n\xef\x82\xa7\n\xef\x82\xa7\n\xef\x82\xa7\n\nFacilitated negotiation between management and employees to resolve conflicts.\nProvided effective service by listening to customers and meeting their needs efficiently.\nUtilized effective persuasive skills in retail sales to sway customers to buy certain items.\n\n\xef\x82\xa7\n\xef\x82\xa7\n\xef\x82\xa7\n\nPlanned and organized store merchandise displays.\nDesigned and developed merchandise system for business course research project.\nRecognized by supervisors as being detail-oriented in the office setting.\n\n\xef\x82\xa7\n\xef\x82\xa7\n\xef\x82\xa7\n\nTrained nine new employees in effective sales techniques.\nSupervised various team building activities to enhance working environment.\nServed as store supervisor in manager\xe2\x80\x99s absence.\n\nOrganizational\n\nManagement\n\nWork History\nDePaul University, Department of Psychology\nSecretary/Receptionist, 2009 \xe2\x80\x93 Present\n\nChicago, IL\n\nJCPenney Company\nSales Clerk/Cashier, 1994 \xe2\x80\x93 1998\n\nNiles, IL\n\nWalgreens\nAssistant Manager, 1992 \xe2\x80\x93 1994\n\nChicago, IL\n\n12\n\n\x0cSAMPLE 8: Combination Resume, Part-Time or Internship Position\n\nAdita Patel\n1235 Turn Arial, Niles, IL 12345\n(123) 456-7890\napatel@msn.com\nObjective\nTo secure a part-time or internship position in the area of financial services in order to contribute my skills in\nanalysis, customer service, and communication.\nCareer Skills\nSupervised a team of three part-time employees in processing and auditing customers\xe2\x80\x99 special orders on a\nregular basis.\nPrepared and distributed online financial weekly reports.\nProven ability to work with diverse groups of staff and management.\nEducation\nDePaul University, Chicago, IL\nExpected Graduation \xe2\x80\x93 June 2012\nBachelor of Science \xe2\x80\x93 Finance\nDean\xe2\x80\x99s List \xe2\x80\x93 all quarters in attendance\nRelevant Course Work\nFinancial Accounting\nFinancial Management\n\nBusiness Law\nBusiness Statistic\n\nMoney and Banking\nCapital Growth\n\nWork Experience\nWarrenburg Furniture, Chicago, IL\nClient Service Agent\nApril 2009 \xe2\x80\x93 December 2010\nOversaw the accounts receivable department for a small upscale local furniture manufacturer.\nLincoln Bank & Loan, Niles, IL\nFinancial Services Agent\nJanuary 2006 \xe2\x80\x93 March 2008\nServiced loan clients in transactions for loan applications and personal savings accounts.\nProfessional Development\nDePaul University Mentor Program, Member, 2006 \xe2\x80\x93 Present\nAssist new College of Commerce students by providing information on university resources, study-related\nissues, academic planning, and social events.\nDePaul University Finance Club, Emerging Leaders Event Committee Chairperson, 2007 \xe2\x80\x93 Present\n13\n\n\x0cVI. Additional Career Center Resume Resources\n\nThe Career Center offers several options for getting help in creating and perfecting your resume.\nTake advantage of one or more of the following services available to students and alumni:\n\xef\x81\xb6 Peer Career Advising: Peer Career Advisors have been specially trained to provide resume\n\nassistance and basic career services to the DePaul community. Peers are available on a walk-in\nbasis during most business hours or via email at peercareeradvisor@depaul.edu for questions,\njob search advice, resume assistance, and cover letter critiques.\n\n\xef\x81\xb6 Online Tutorial and Resources: Visit the Career Center\xe2\x80\x99s website at\n\nwww.careercenter.depaul.edu to access an interactive resume tutorial, Instant Message a Peer\nCareer Advisor, or access this packet and other documents electronically.\n\n\xef\x81\xb6 Career Advising: Career Advisors, who specialize in serving the needs of students and\n\nalumni from each of DePaul\xe2\x80\x99s colleges, are available to meet by appointment. Advising\nsessions can cover a variety of topics, including selecting a major, advanced resume\ndevelopment, job search strategies, interviewing skills, and other career-related concerns.\nContact the Career Center to schedule an appointment with a Career Advisor or inquire about\nPeer Career Advisor Availability.\n\nDePaul University Career Center\nContact Information\nLincoln Park Campus\n2320 N Kenmore Ave, SAC 192\nChicago IL, 60614\n(773)-325-7431\n\nLoop Campus\n1 E. Jackson Blvd, Suite 9500\nChicago IL, 60604\n(312)-362-8437\n\n14'