Resume Support

Your resume should present your business experience, academic credentials, and if applicable, any specific work-related skills, awards, or professional memberships. A strong resume is the first step to a potential employer.

• Include your contact information at the top of your resume.
• List an objective only if it is not clear from your work history.
• Chronology and consistency are key – begin work history with your current or most recent position. For each job, list the month and year of your start and end dates.
• List any work-related skills you possess.
• In the education portion—list your college or university and the degree(s) you earned with the year you received it.
• Do not list personal interests. 
• Triple-check your spelling and grammar. Your resume is the first piece of writing that shows your potential employers your attention to detail.

Interview Tips

Pre-Interview:

• Become familiar with the organization and individuals with whom you will be interviewing with.
• Do not be late. Give yourself an extra 20 minutes and be conscious of potential traffic. Track your route prior to the day of your interview.
• Have multiple copies of your resume and organize any other materials that you’re taking with you.
• Turn your cell phone OFF

The Interview:

• First Impression –Be confident, maintain eye contact, and present a strong handshake and a smile!
• Focus on how you can be an asset to the company. 
• Provide examples of where you developed, enhanced, or used specific relevant skills.

Post-Interview:

• Always send a thank you note after your interview.