RESUMES

This information is a brief overview of resumes. For more detailed information on resumes, plan to attend a Resume Workshop offered in the Career Development Center.  Visit the online calendar or call the Career Center (717-477-1484) for information on upcoming workshop dates and times.

Quick Resume Tips

Limit the resume to one or two pages (consider the audience that will be reading your resume).
Consistency and accuracy throughout your resume is essential.
  • Avoid typographical/grammatical errors
  • Formatting throughout the resume should be consistent
Do NOT use resume templates or wizards.
  • They’re inconsistent.
  • They don’t like change.  So, it’s difficult to make updates to your resume.
  • They don’t always include headings that “work for you”.
  • Your resume will look like many others; it won’t “stand out in a crowd”.
Formatting your resume:
  • Margins: 1 inch margins are ideal, but they can range from ½ inch – 1 inch.
  • Font size/style: Font size should range between 10 – 12 points.
  • Paper: Print your resume on high quality paper (white, cream, or grey).
  • Printer: Use a laser printer.
information should appear in order of importance.
Important information regarding the different sections of your resume:
  • Objective: Short and concise; to the point.
  • Education: Include only post-high school experience.  High school is ancient history; don’t include it.
Items to avoid in your resume:
  • Abbreviations
  • Underlining/Italics
  • Graphics
  • Personal information (gender, age, sexual orientation, political affiliation, religion, marital status, children, etc.)
Referencesshould always be listed on a separate sheet.

Possible Headings to Organize Your Resume

  • Athletic Involvement(s)
  • Marketing/Sales Experience
  • Campus Leadership/Involvement(s)
  • Military Experience
  • Coaching Experience
  • Professional Memberships/Affiliations
  • Community Involvement(s)
  • Professional Development
  • Computer Skills
  • Publications
  • Customer Service
  • Relevant Coursework
  • Honors
  • Related Experience
  • Internships
  • Research Projects
  • Laboratory Equipment/Field Skills
  • Student Teaching/Field Experience
  • Languages
  • Study Abroad
  • Licenses/Certifications
  • Travel
  • Management Experience
  • Volunteer Experience

*Note: This list is not comprehensive - it is designed to provide you with some possible headings to consider. The bottom line is to make sure your resume is organized in a way that best sells you!

Helpful Forms and Additional Links

Basic Resume Structure
Possible Headers for Your Contact Information
Action Verbs
Resume Checklist (print and review this checklist to see if your resume adheres to minimum criteria)
Writing a CV (Curriculum Vitae)

For more information on resumes, visit Alumni Career Services