EDFD697 Weeks 7/8 Resume Checklist

Format

EVALUATION GUIDELINES

Professionalism

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resume checklist

Format

1. Name included at the top? Contact information included?
2. Included appropriate headings? (i.e. Education, Experience, Summary or Skills, Leadership, Honors/Scholarships, Languages, Computer Skills, Research, Study Abroad Experience, Related Courses, Applicable Volunteer Organizations)
3. Use of eligible font with appropriate margins?
4. Consistent formatting throughout the resume?
5. Are experiences listed in reverse chronological order in each category?

content

1. Does your resume clearly state the value and skills you bring to the position?
2. Does the education section state the official degree and expected graduation date?
3. Did you include your cumulative or major GPA (optional)?
4. Do you use action verbs when sharing your experience? (past tense for previous jobs/present tense for current jobs)
5. Have you highlighted your key skills?
6. Have you included industry buzzwords and/or key words from the job description?

Does all the information strengthen the resume and have purpose for inclusion?

Is the resume free from spelling, punctuation and grammatical errors?

Professionalism

EVALUATION GUIDELINES