List 5 common sections that are included in a résumé.
Headings can include: -Contact Information -Job Objective -Education -Qualifications/Skills -Work Experience -Others Experience
This résumé format focuses on both the skills and the work experience of the applicant:
Eric is a high school student, and he does not have any paid work experience yet. What information could he include in the work experience section of his résumé?
When should you include your GPA on your résumé?
If your overall GPA is 3.0 or higher, list it on your résumé. If you are in college, or graduated and your major GPA is 3.0 or higher, while your overall GPA is below 3.0, list it as your “Major GPA” on your résumé.
What information should be included on a reference sheet?
The name, title, address, and contact information of your references.
Why shouldn’t personal data like age, race, or gender be included on a résumé?
Fair employment laws prohibit employers from asking the specific personal data. It is also important to not include photos of yourself, because many employers will not consider a résumé with a photo to avoid discrimination.
List the three types of résumé formats.
Chronological, functional (skills), and combination
Why is it important to include a person’s title when developing a reference sheet?
Including a reference’s title shows the employer that you are selecting professionals that will give an accurate referral of your skills and abilities.
When should you include your GPA on your résumé?
Why shouldn’t personal data like age, race, or gender be included on a résumé?
If you have a professional e-mail address, it should always be included on your résumé.
What information should be included on a reference sheet?
List 5 common sections that are included in a résumé.
This résumé format focuses on both the skills and the work experience of the applicant:
Eric is a high school student, and he does not have any paid work experience yet. What information could he include in the work experience section of his résumé?
List the three types of résumé formats.
The objective on your résumé should state your long-term career goals.
Why is it important to include a person’s title when developing a reference sheet?
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