professional resume writing

utsa.edu/careercentercareer.services@utsa.edu

210-458-4589

Lauren Hoffmann & Veronica RodriguezCareer Counselors – College of Business

Resume Prep – MGT 3003

What is the purpose of a resume?

A Resume:

Is a fact-based, official documentWhat you have/are accomplishing, not what you “plan to”

Should highlight qualifications related to the job

Chronological, functional, combination

Remember: gets a 10 second review by a recruiter

Font styles - Times New Roman, Garamond, Arial

Font sizes between 10-12 (Name can be 16)

Margins @ 0.8 - 1.0”

CAPS, bolding, underlining, italics, bullets

Print on cotton-bond resume paper

One page; significant exp. – two page max

Resume Basics:

Include keywords found in job openings

Use short phrases beginning with action words

Make sure grammar/spelling are correct

Do:

Make your resume tailored for the position

Have a separate .doc for references

Stop by the Career Center for a resume review

Do:

Me, my or I

Periods

Acronyms

Graphics, photos, personal information

Avoid:

QUESTIONS about what’s been covered so far?

HEADING CAREER OBJECTIVE SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION (Work) EXPERIENCE ACTIVITIES AND HONORS ADDITIONAL SKILLS

CSPD Resume Template Sections

FIRST AND LAST NAMELocal Address, City, State Zip Code (optional)

Phone Number Email Addresshttps://www.linkedin.com/profile/view

HEADING

Is it necessary? Yes No Objective should be employer-centered

Remember, do not use I, me, or my

Career Objective

◦I am seeking a position with a progressive, stable organization where I can use my skills to grow and seek opportunities for my personal and professional advancement

◦Seeking the Business Development Account Manager position with Worldwide Express

◦To obtain a Summer 2015 internship in the Accounting Department’s Internship Program to gain professional skills and support USAA’s mission and goals.

Career Objective *Which is correct?

Identify at least 3 skills that show the employer you are qualified Use relevant keywords that mirror job description

Examples:• Over four years experience performing

various accounting procedures• Excellent customer service skills with

the ability to interact with a wide range of personality styles

Summary of Qualifications

QUESTIONS about what’s been covered so far?

The University of Texas at San AntonioBachelor of Business Administration in (major) Expected Graduation: May

2016

Cumulative or Major GPA: 3.39 (Do NOT round up or use if below 3.0)Relevant Coursework (List only your upper-level major courses)

• Organizational Theory • Managing Human Relations • Management Science • Principles of Marketing

* Omit high school in your education section if you have completed more than one year of college

Education

Immersion Program/Study Abroad, degrees:

Study Abroad – University of Madrid - Madrid, Spain Summer 2013

Traveled throughout Spain, observed culture and enhanced language skills; Immersed in language and culture of the society

Northwest Vista College, San Antonio, TXAssociate of Arts in General Business May 2011

Education – what else?

Use bulleted phrases with action verbs?

Include accomplishments in bullet points?

Add specific stats/numbers that describe my contributions?

Include special assignments/training that help me stand out?

EXPERIENCE – Yes or No?

Some good examples:• Selected by Management to train 6 new employees

on corporate policy and procedure• Promoted to Shift Manager after 4 months of service• Accurately balanced $10,000 cash drawer daily

Some “so-so” examples:

• Provided assistance to vendors/visitors• Excellent interpersonal and communication with customers.

EXPERIENCE

QUESTIONS about what’s been covered so far?

Include student organizations, volunteer activities, scholarships and academic achievements.

Make sure to list positions of responsibility; include title, name of organization, and dates.

Examples: • President, Business Student Council, UTSA Fall 2014• McDermott Scholarship, UTSA Fall 2013, Fall 2014• Volunteer, Habitat for Humanity Fall 2012

ACTIVITIES AND HONORS

foreign languages skills, additional software, certifications or training programs

Examples:

• Fluent in Portuguese; conversational in French

• Proficient with Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Access

• CPR and First Aid Certification, valid through August 2014

• Familiar with C++ and Java

ADDITIONAL SKILLS

QUESTIONS about what’s been covered so far?

Non-CAP Students:University Career Center – UC 2.02.04Walk-In’s every weekday, 1:00pm-4:00pmBring the Resume Review Confirmation Form

CAP Students:CSPDCAP Orientation = resume review credit

(Getting Credit for) Resume Reviews

QUESTIONS about this presentation?