Lesson: Resume Writing

 Complete a resume using internet resources: Google.com-Search

The resume does not have an officially adopted format.  However, there are typical  items which historical are included. The Career Objective, for one is a summary of a a general goal such as your desire to complete an undergraduate degree (BS-Bachelor's of Science or BA- Bachelor's of Art) and to utilize your skills in that field of study.

Information to include :(type titles # 1-8 in bold print)

Use Block form

Place information UNDER each title

1. Name- street address, city, state, zip-code,home phone
2. Summary or Career Objective
3. Work History-include community service ( location or title ); give the most recent Community Service activities first. Then, list the other positions(s) such as babysitting, lawn-care, caddy, scout staff,  company  (Kroger, concessions at the pool, referee) etc.
4. Extra-Curricular Activities-(include the # of yrs)  school and community sport(s), clubs, church, scouts,etc.
5. Hobbies or Interest
6. Academics-best classes (not gym, lunch or study hall); honor roll (# of semesters/years)
7. Education-degree to be obtained from high school; school name; EDG (expected date for Graduation);20__
8. References furnished upon request- this statement should be at the end of your resume.
9. Do not included your age, race, or weight.
10. Social security #s are not needed until one is hired.