Resume Writing For Freshers

A resume is a document prepared by a job applicant that lists the applicant’s academic and professional qualifications, relevant skill set and the character set that they believe would endear an employer to them. While they both serve the same purpose, a resume is basically different to a CV in that it is shorter and precise. In a CV you include more information for example papers and famous articles a professor may have written in his academic career. Here I will introduce you to resume writing.

Before giving you the layout lets first go over some important stuff to guide you:

1. Plan how you will write your resume by your career interests. This helps you in matching your resume to the specific job you want.

2. Write a readable resume with a good font, spacing, and size. Use a professional tone.

3. Use keywords. They are words like achieved, accomplished, initiated etc that will appeal to an employer just scanning your resume.

4. Use a template for a professional format.

5. Proof-read your resume to remove any errors.

A LAYOUT FOR A RESUME:

This is just a guide if you cannot access a template.

1. Name,address,website. It’s recommended using a large font for this.

2. Experience. This is for previous employment and projects were undertaken.

3. Education. Just the highest level you have attained.

4. Coursework. Any related academic courses you have learned.

5. Qualifications. Include the skills set you to have.

6. Achievements. Any notable achievements either in academic circles or previous employment.

7. References. This is contact information for anyone willing to corroborate the information you have given.

While writing a resume for placement, many my feel quite inadequate in the experience, qualifications and the achievements section. However, such a resume is expected not to belong. Ideally, one page is enough. I will guide you on how to write one.

A Guide For A Resume For A Placement:

1. First, write your contact info.

2. In the experience, the section includes any job even menial that you think may give you an edge in your resume.

3. In education include your school, degree year and honors you’ve achieved so far.

4. For the coursework be broad and include all coursework you have done.

5. Write down your involvement in extracurricular activities in campus. these will help in the qualifications and achievements sections. Do not forget to include your achievements in these activities whether individually or a group.

6. In the references, you may want to include the contacts of professors who have overseen your coursework projects.

Writing a resume for a placement should not be fundamentally different. The format and tone should be similar to a normal resume. The information, however, should reflect that of one entering the job market. Hence be honest and modest in your achievements.

Resume Writing For Freshers