Developing a Resume
What is a resume?
Dictionary.com says:
- "a brief written account of personal, educational, and professional qualifications and experience, as that prepared by an applicant for a job."
- click to see the definition
The Challenge
BEGIN Date: Tuesday, May 17, 2015
DUE DATE: Friday, May 20, 2015 by the end of class
View Samples and Resources on Pinterest
Click to view a Pinterest board created specifically for resumes.
(Will only be able to view at home -- school does not allow Pinterest for students!)
(Will only be able to view at home -- school does not allow Pinterest for students!)
View Resume Templates for Google Docs
We will be using a Google Doc template of your choice to create your very own resume.
Click to view the templates offered.
Click to view the templates offered.
A Sample Student Resume
You say you don't have any past work experience? That's okay! You can still have a resume! See the example below:
Resume Infographic
How to Build a Resume for High School
Really Inspiring Resume Designs
Resume Tips
- Keep it simple!
The idea is that you want your resume to be clean and easy to read. Interviewers spend an average of 2.5-6 seconds viewing your resume. - Keep it on Your Google Drive
Store a copy of your Resume on your Google Drive and email a link to it when you are emailing potential employers. This demonstrates your technology skills and is a considerate way of sharing your document. - DO NOT post an image of yourself on your resume
To Turn In
To Turn in:
-Share the document with Mrs. Carpenter/Store the document in your Tech Apps folder in Google Drive
-Copy and paste the link to the resume in the assignment in Google Classroom.