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Jocelynn
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What do i include in my resume?
I have no experiance in anything. All that would be on it is my name. Im working on creating a welcome committe for my school but other than that i dont have much to add. (im a senior in high school)
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Doc Frick
Career Coach and Mentor
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California, CA
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Doc’s Answer
Jocelynn here are the basic sections to help you organize a resume for your first job. While you may not have any formal job experience yet, you almost certainly have gained skills and other experiences through your education and extracurricular activities.
1.) NAME AND CONTACT INFORMATION
The top of every resume should clearly state your full name and the best contact information for a college recruiter or hiring manager to get in touch with you, including an email address and phone number and your voicemail is clear that whoever calls you has reached the right person. Make sure your message is something you would want your future employer or college recruiter to here. Both the email and voicemail should be ones you actually check so you can respond to possible employers or recruiters promptly.
2.) PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
A professional summary describes your relevant skills, education and experience for the job position your applying to. It's usually two or three sentences right under your contact information.
3.) EDUCATION (Replaces Experience)
Highlight your education, including the name of your school, any relevant coursework or subjects, school events or projects you participated in, and academic achievements. If you have received any certificates or awards, be sure to mention them as they demonstrate your hard-work and commitment to your studies.
4.) EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Even without formal work experience, you may have participated in volunteer work or been actively involved in other school or personal interests. Highlighting these experiences on your resume gives you an opportunity to emphasise any skills you have gained from that experience, such as your initiative, dedication, and ability to work as part of a team. Whether it's volunteering at a local charity, participating in school or sporting clubs, or organising community events, these activities can showcase your skills and make you a well-rounded candidate.
5.) SKILLS
Your skill set is of high importance to the hiring manager, as they are trying to gauge whether your skills align with the job's requirements. Soft skills typically refer to the personal traits that you use in the workplace. Hard skills are proficiencies you have learnt through practice.
The most important takeaway when formatting your resume is to keep it clean and simple. Less is more in this case. Use a clean and professional font such as Arial or Times New Roman. Use bullet points and clear headings to break up the text and make it easy to read. Use white space to make the resume easy on the eyes. Use consistent formatting throughout the resume. Use minimal color, if any, and ensure it doesn't detract from the words. Use action verbs to describe the experiences and achievements. Be concise and keep the resume to one page.
1.) NAME AND CONTACT INFORMATION
The top of every resume should clearly state your full name and the best contact information for a college recruiter or hiring manager to get in touch with you, including an email address and phone number and your voicemail is clear that whoever calls you has reached the right person. Make sure your message is something you would want your future employer or college recruiter to here. Both the email and voicemail should be ones you actually check so you can respond to possible employers or recruiters promptly.
2.) PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
A professional summary describes your relevant skills, education and experience for the job position your applying to. It's usually two or three sentences right under your contact information.
3.) EDUCATION (Replaces Experience)
Highlight your education, including the name of your school, any relevant coursework or subjects, school events or projects you participated in, and academic achievements. If you have received any certificates or awards, be sure to mention them as they demonstrate your hard-work and commitment to your studies.
4.) EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Even without formal work experience, you may have participated in volunteer work or been actively involved in other school or personal interests. Highlighting these experiences on your resume gives you an opportunity to emphasise any skills you have gained from that experience, such as your initiative, dedication, and ability to work as part of a team. Whether it's volunteering at a local charity, participating in school or sporting clubs, or organising community events, these activities can showcase your skills and make you a well-rounded candidate.
5.) SKILLS
Your skill set is of high importance to the hiring manager, as they are trying to gauge whether your skills align with the job's requirements. Soft skills typically refer to the personal traits that you use in the workplace. Hard skills are proficiencies you have learnt through practice.
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Anne O'Hara, LCSW
Outpatient Therapist
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Radford, Virginia
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Anne’s Answer
It’s okay not to have a ton of stuff on your resume when you’re first starting out!
School is a good place to start, GPA (if it’s good, it’s okay to leave it off if it isn’t super high right now), expected graduation date, and advanced classes are all okay to add.
It’s okay to have any clubs, volunteer projects, church outreach, and any fun or meaningful help in your community can be added.
Skills like computer programs and software or other useful skills can make you more desirable to jobs.
Even things like babysitting or pet sitting can be counted on a first resume.
You can use online resume templates to get inspired too! Good luck
Join a club
Volunteer
Think about your skills
School is a good place to start, GPA (if it’s good, it’s okay to leave it off if it isn’t super high right now), expected graduation date, and advanced classes are all okay to add.
It’s okay to have any clubs, volunteer projects, church outreach, and any fun or meaningful help in your community can be added.
Skills like computer programs and software or other useful skills can make you more desirable to jobs.
Even things like babysitting or pet sitting can be counted on a first resume.
You can use online resume templates to get inspired too! Good luck
Anne recommends the following next steps:
Erica Drobny
HR Generalist
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Austin, Texas
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Erica’s Answer
Jocelyn, it's absolutely fine if your resume appears a bit thin at the outset. Bear in mind, there's a good chance you've had numerous experiences that might seem insignificant but have actually enriched your skillset.
Let's kick off with the must-haves for every resume:
Your complete name, contact information (phone number, email address), your place of residence, educational history along with the date of graduation (feel free to highlight your GPA if it's commendable), and a succinct objective statement that encapsulates your career aspirations.
To add more depth to your resume, think about including the following:
1. Participation in community service
2. Engagement in athletics
3. Your contributions in setting up the new committee
4. Endeavors or projects you've embarked on through your church
5. Any accolades or honors you've been awarded
6. Previous jobs (even if they're as straightforward as babysitting, pet sitting, or helping your neighbors with their yard work)
7. Any skills you feel you've become proficient in
Remember, every experience is a stepping stone towards your ambitions. So, don't hold back in highlighting what you've learned and accomplished.
Let's kick off with the must-haves for every resume:
Your complete name, contact information (phone number, email address), your place of residence, educational history along with the date of graduation (feel free to highlight your GPA if it's commendable), and a succinct objective statement that encapsulates your career aspirations.
To add more depth to your resume, think about including the following:
1. Participation in community service
2. Engagement in athletics
3. Your contributions in setting up the new committee
4. Endeavors or projects you've embarked on through your church
5. Any accolades or honors you've been awarded
6. Previous jobs (even if they're as straightforward as babysitting, pet sitting, or helping your neighbors with their yard work)
7. Any skills you feel you've become proficient in
Remember, every experience is a stepping stone towards your ambitions. So, don't hold back in highlighting what you've learned and accomplished.
Kennedy Kosmalski
Consulting
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New York, New York
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Kennedy’s Answer
Excellent query! If you're worried that your resume might be a bit thin, don't worry! You can enrich it by adding pertinent coursework and volunteer activities. These can serve as valuable additions to your profile. Remember, when you're sending out your resume, it's crucial to customize it according to the particular audience who'll be reviewing it. This way, your resume will not only be fuller, but it will also be more targeted and effective. Keep going, you're doing great!
Nada L
IT Software
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Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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Nada’s Answer
Hi Jocelynn,
Firstly, I love NYC!! Second, you've asked an excellent question!
Regardless of whether you're a seasoned professional with over two decades of experience or a fresh graduate, having a clear, succinct, and impactful CV is crucial. Given that you've recently left school, a one-page CV would be ideal, but remember, it needs to be distinctive!
In the current job market, there are numerous valuable educational resources and templates that you can utilize. For instance, I discovered an outstanding CV template on Etsy, which I bought and simply filled in the gaps. Typically, the first page serves as an introduction or cover letter, presenting who you are and why you believe you're the perfect fit for the role. The second page is your actual CV, highlighting your relevant experience and skills for the position. Bear in mind, skills are transferable! For instance, check out your dream job on LinkedIn, identify the necessary skills, and then consider how you can acquire these skills through a more accessible role, such as Customer Service, which can be gained through working at a fast-food restaurant or supermarket. You can also tailor your CV to emphasize Transferable Skills over specific job titles, making you a more attractive candidate for a wider range of roles, rather than being restricted to jobs based on your previous titles.
I hope this advice is beneficial. And remember, your career is a journey, not a destination. You may start in one area and end up in another. That's completely fine. Embrace the journey!
Firstly, I love NYC!! Second, you've asked an excellent question!
Regardless of whether you're a seasoned professional with over two decades of experience or a fresh graduate, having a clear, succinct, and impactful CV is crucial. Given that you've recently left school, a one-page CV would be ideal, but remember, it needs to be distinctive!
In the current job market, there are numerous valuable educational resources and templates that you can utilize. For instance, I discovered an outstanding CV template on Etsy, which I bought and simply filled in the gaps. Typically, the first page serves as an introduction or cover letter, presenting who you are and why you believe you're the perfect fit for the role. The second page is your actual CV, highlighting your relevant experience and skills for the position. Bear in mind, skills are transferable! For instance, check out your dream job on LinkedIn, identify the necessary skills, and then consider how you can acquire these skills through a more accessible role, such as Customer Service, which can be gained through working at a fast-food restaurant or supermarket. You can also tailor your CV to emphasize Transferable Skills over specific job titles, making you a more attractive candidate for a wider range of roles, rather than being restricted to jobs based on your previous titles.
I hope this advice is beneficial. And remember, your career is a journey, not a destination. You may start in one area and end up in another. That's completely fine. Embrace the journey!
Dr_yasminna Reda
Dentist ,Exocad Designer
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Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
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Dr_yasminna’s Answer
Here’s a brief outline for your resume:
1. **Contact Information**: Name, phone, email, and school.
2. **Objective Statement**: A short goal statement related to the medical field.
3. **Education**: High school name and expected graduation date.
4. **Activities**: Include your role in the welcome committee and other clubs.
5. **Skills**: Highlight communication, teamwork, and problem-solving.
6. **Volunteer Work**: Mention any relevant volunteer experiences.
7. **Awards or Honors**: List academic achievements.
8. **Interests**: Include relevant hobbies related to your goals.
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1. **Contact Information**: Name, phone, email, and school.
2. **Objective Statement**: A short goal statement related to the medical field.
3. **Education**: High school name and expected graduation date.
4. **Activities**: Include your role in the welcome committee and other clubs.
5. **Skills**: Highlight communication, teamwork, and problem-solving.
6. **Volunteer Work**: Mention any relevant volunteer experiences.
7. **Awards or Honors**: List academic achievements.
8. **Interests**: Include relevant hobbies related to your goals.
Is this helpful?
Karen Kitchel
Community Volunteer
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Saint Paul, Minnesota
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Karen’s Answer
Perhaps you have done some things that might not seem big enough to put on a resume. However, any experience can demonstrate skills. Have you ever helped a friend or neighbor? If so you could describe yourself as a Community Volunteer and list what you've done. Have you been a cheering squad (with friends) at a football game or a listening ear for someone trying to learn an instrument or a sport? Have you attended church regularly? These are just a few of what might be many things you consider small but can showcase who you are.
If nothing comes to mind, start volunteering. Look online for one-day events where you can help serve meals, hand out water bottles, set up or take down equipment, etc. Let your family, relatives, neighbors, and friends know you are willing to help with various tasks and keep notes on all you do.
With every good wish.
If nothing comes to mind, start volunteering. Look online for one-day events where you can help serve meals, hand out water bottles, set up or take down equipment, etc. Let your family, relatives, neighbors, and friends know you are willing to help with various tasks and keep notes on all you do.
With every good wish.