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Crafting an exceptional résumé is a key part of presenting yourself well and being ready for your job or internship search.

The résumé is often the first impression an employer has of you. You want to be able to clearly and concisely communicate who you are and your work-related experiences.

However, knowing where to start and how to create a competitive résumé can be a challenge. It doesn’t have to be overly difficult. With resources and direction, you can have what it takes to develop a strong résumé.

A résumé is a snapshot of you. It is a concise, well-crafted document that showcases the things you have done over time, including skills attained and responsibilities given, within your profession and your general life experience.

Writing Your Résumé
  • Keep it to one page.
  • Include all the major sections: Header, Objective, Education, Work Experience, and Leadership & Skills.
  • Write 2-5 descriptive bullet points under each position.
  • Start each bullet point with a strong, action verb.
  • Use quantitative language to show how much and how often your performed your duties to give context to your marketable skills and projects.
  • Be consistent in including company name, location, dates worked, and position title for each job.
Online Résumé or Portfolio

In a recent Forbes article it was mentioned that 56 percent of all hiring managers are more impressed by a candidate’s online portfolio than any other personal branding tool. It not only allows you to express your personality but gives you freedom to exceed the “one page” resume rule that many employers follow, allowing you to highlight important sections that might not fit on your resume. Within a competitive job market it will certainly play to your advantage. Below are a few commonly used online portfolio websites:

Submitting your Résumé for Review
  1. Create a list of the following information before making an appointment with the center:
    • Contact Information
    • Education
    • Clubs or Organizations
    • Work Experiences (Please list company name, position title, and dates)
  2. Save your résumé as a Word Document and send it to careercenter@bryan.edu.
Make an Appointment

Contact Career Services to review your résumé and help you put your best foot forward. Email careercenter@bryan.edu or call 423.775.7164.