How many sites have you searched through looking for a good resume writing sample to help you with your own writing process? Finding the right information at the right time is essential. The sample shown below is a template for a resume in the Chronological Format.
Chronological resumes are good to use in many circumstances. This resume format is great if you have a solid background with continual employment, longevity with an employer (or two) and/or great academic credentials. Employers often prefer this format because it appears to be less subjective (or more "factual").
It is written in reverse chronological order?with your most recent education and experiences listed first. The focus is typically on the Work Experience section. The Chronological Resume is the most commonly used format and it also the easiest to develop.
Writing a resume does not have to be drudgery. You can learn a lot about yourself in the process.
Sample Chronological Resume
Home Address
Street
City, State ZIP
Phone Number
OBJECTIVE: State your job target in a clear and concise way, emphasizing what you can do for the company
EDUCATION: List most recent institution first, including dates attended and subjects studied (or degree if one was conferred). List GPA if it is over 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
EXPERIENCE: List most recent employer first, including job title, city and state where you worked, dates employed, responsibilities of the position and accomplishments achieved.
SPECIAL SKILLS: Foreign languages, computer skills, relevant equipment knowledge
HONORS ANDAWARDS: Any certificates received, offices elected to, awards accepted
OTHER: Anything else that will excite the employer about meeting you
REFERENCES: Always list "Available Upon Request"
No resume format can guarantee success, but any one of the most commonly used formats, written well, could secure an interview slot. Which format you use is entirely up to you. Simply take your time to write it with these thoughts in mind:
- Use active language that energizes the reader to want to get to know you better.
- Ensure there are no typos or grammatical errors.
- Only use one font
- Keep all statements in the same verb tense (i.e. directed, formulated, enhanced).
- Try to keep the resume to one page or two at the most.
~Carla Vaughan, Owner/Webmaster
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