Career Services
MGT 494 Resumes
Resume Myths
True or False
1. A resume’ should be limited to one page.
generally true
2. A resume should be a brief list.
false
3. Include everything you’ve done, including high school
experiences.
it depends
4. Always include a Career Objective.
false
5. Employers spend several minutes reading each resume.
false
6. When Career Services critiques we check for spelling errors
false
The Skills Employers Want
( in priority order)
Interpersonal
Teamwork
Analytical
Oral Communication
Flexibility
Computer
Written Communication
Leadership
Work Experience
Internship Experience
Co-op Experience
Source: National Association of Colleges and Employers
Resume Contents
Essential
PERSONAL DATA
Name
College and Permanent Address
Telephone #
E-mail Address and URL (if available)
Resume Contents
PERSONAL DATA
We advise that you not include personal information
regarding:
age
physical characteristics
family or dependent information
photograph
SS #
Essential
EDUCATION
Degree and Major
Name Of College, City, State
Minor, Concentration
Special Educational Experiences:
International Programs
Certifications
High School not generally included
Resume Contents
EDUCATION:
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration May 2006
State University of New York at Oswego
GPA: 3.15
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration May 2006
State University of New York at Oswego
GPA: 3.15
Associate of Applied Science in Business May 2004
Niagara County Community College, Niagara Falls, NY
SAMPLE EDUCATION LAYOUT
2 and 4-YEAR DEGREE
Resume Contents
Essential
Examples of Experiences Often Included:
Employment: Full time, Summer and or Part time
Activities: College, Volunteer, Leadership or Community
Internships/Co-ops
Field Experience/Practicum/Student Teaching
Research
Group Projects
Athletics
International Study
For Each Experience Include:
• Position Title
• Name of Organization
• City, State
• Dates
• 2 or 3 supportive/descriptiv