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1 RESUME Development Guide 1
2 TABLE OF CONTENTS What is a Resume?...3 Steps to Creating Your Best Resume 1 Determine your employment goal 4 2 Identifying skills Choosing a resume format..7 4 Writing a Combination Resume..8 5 Writing a Chronological Resume Writing Skill Statements. 27 o Sample Action Verbs The Final Check
3 HOW TO USE THE MITT RESUME DEVELOPMENT GUIDE This guide was researched and prepared by the MITT Career Services and Student Advising staff to provide students with a starting point for writing a professional resume. This guide should also be referred to each time you update and tailor your resume to the specific job you are applying for. Some of the information on Combination and Chronological resumes is the same and is repeated. Once you determine which type of resume format is best for the job you are applying for, you can go directly to the section of the Guide that you need. WHAT IS A RESUME? A resume is a document that you use to demonstrate to an employer that your skills, experience and education meet their needs. Resumes are concise (one to two pages) and targeted to each position you apply for, and are usually accompanied by a cover letter and sometimes an appl ication form. A resume is used by the potential employer to screen applicants and determine who the employer wants to interview. Consistently updating and tailoring your resume for each specific position you apply for will lead to more interviews and employment success! 3
4 STEPS TO CREATING YOUR BEST RESUME 1. Determine Your Employment Goal Before you start writing your resume, you must first determine what your employment goal is. Your employment goal must be: Specific: What area of work would you like to pursue, and which specific position would you like to work in? For example, Carpentry would be the general type of work that you like to pursue, and a specific position would be a Construction Assistant with Acme Builders. Measurable: What specific skills, credentials, education, attributes and other qualifications do you already have which qualify you for your desired position? Realistic: Do you have the required qualifications to obtain your employment goal? If not, what types of qualifications would you need to obtain to realize and achieve your employment goal? 2. Identifying Skills When reviewing resumes, employers want to see: If you have the necessary skills to perform the job as advertised If all the information on the resume is relevant to the job If you have enough of the skills required to warrant giving you an interview When looking at job advertisements, identify which specific qualifications and skills the employer is seeking because everything on your resume should be relevant to what the employer is looking for. 4
5 If you are not replying to a specific job advertisement but are making a general application to a company or business, your resume should reflect the skills and qualifications required by that business or industry. This can be found in: Information found on the company s website/other materials Similar positions at other companies Information from Service Canada s National Occupation Classification (NOC) Codes. The NOC Codes provide descriptions of occupations and can be found at: Sample Job Posting: What Is The Employer Looking For? Based on the job posting (or your knowledge of the position if no posting is available), create a Skills List of the specific qualifications mentioned in the job ad and refer to this list as you prepare your resume. On the next page, a sample job posting is included to demonstrate how employers describe duties and skills, and which skills should be included in the resume. 5
6 Skills required by the employer Qualifications required by the employer Skills/Qualifications That Should Be On Your Resume: Based on the skills and qualifications mentioned in the job posting, make a list of the skills and qualifications you possess that match the employer s needs. If the majority of your skills have come from work, you would use a different resume format than if your skills came from other experiences (education, volunteer experiences, etc.). The two main resume formats are described on page 7. 6
7 3. Choosing a Resume Format There are two main resume styles: Chronological and Combination. A combination resume is also known as a Skills-Based Resume. Each resume style and when to use it is described below. On the following pages, you will see sample resumes, writing instructions and a template for each style. Take a moment to decide which format is best for the specific job you are applying for! Combination Resume Focuses on skills Can help hide gaps or problems with your employment history Emphasizes areas of experience and personal interests even if you don t have related work experience Useful When: You want to demonstrate skills gained from experiences other than paid work (education, volunteer, etc.) You are entering a new field in which you have no work experience Not Useful When: You are unclear about your career direction You want to draw attention to your work experience To learn more about writing a Combination Resume go to page 8 Chronological Resume Focuses on work history Lists most recent employment experience first Useful When: You want to stay in the same field of work and demonstrate experience, growth and advancement within one industry You have been promoted or given increasing responsibilities over time Not Useful When: You want to change your career from one industry to another You have changed employers frequently You have work experience that has many unexplained breaks in time To learn more about writing a Chronological Resume go to page 18 7
8 4. Writing a Combination Resume 8
9 John Doe Sample Combination Resume 555 Nowhere Street Winnipeg, MB (204) (cell) HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS Completed the Carpentry program at the Manitoba Institute of Trades & Technology Adhere to safety procedures and ensure safe work practices Able to work independently or with a crew Dependable, reliable and hard working with excellent attendance RELEVANT SKILLS Carpentry Skills Developed hands-on knowledge of a variety of hand and power tools Knowledge of safe work practices, fall protection and health and safety legislation Created projects using carpentry skills of precision measuring, cutting and joining of wood by hand Skilled at carpentry math, blueprint reading & drawing Developed skills of surveying, site layout, framing, roofing, and exterior and interior finishing Learned the techniques & processes required to work with various carpentry materials Interpersonal Skills Supervised staff and handled difficult staffing situations professionally Worked as a team to effectively problem solve and fix equipment Encouraged communication between staff and management as an assistant manager in a fast paced retail setting EDUCATION/ PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Carpentry Program Manitoba Institute of 2015-Present Trades and Technology High School Diploma Oak Park High School 2012 Class 5 Driver s License Province of Manitoba
10 EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE Assistant Manager McDonalds 2012-Present Trained, supervised and motivated staff to adhere to strong customer service standards Created schedules and assigned tasks to team members Responsible for closing and bank deposits (responsible for up to $ ) Resolved staff conflicts to the satisfaction of management and team members Crew Member McDonald s Restaurant Provided friendly, prompt service to restaurant patrons Promoted to Assistant Manager (from Crew Member) Completed cash, debit and credit transactions accurately Completed cleaning tasks including sweeping, mopping and general restaurant maintenance Landscaper Joe s Landscaping Summers 2009 & 2010 Completed various lawn maintenance tasks (mowing, weeding, trimming) in diverse weather conditions Responsible for physically demanding work and able to lift excessive weights, stand/rake for extended periods and bend/sit repetitively EXTRA-CURRICULAR INVOLVEMENT Member MITT Culture Club 2015 Present Participate in club activities including the organizing of Mini-Folklorama at MITT Attended professional development presentations on Cultural Diversity in the Manitoba Workplace (presented through Manitoba Start) and Youth Activism / Involvement by Michael Redpath Champagne Team Member Manitoba Youth Hockey Played for various hockey teams from age 9 age 18 (position: Forward) Worked cooperatively to achieve City Championship in 2011 REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST 10
11 Writing a Combination Resume Contact Information Your name should be at the top of the first page of your combination resume. Your name must be easy to read and should stand out (larger font, bold, all capital letters, etc.). The contact information should include your address, phone number and address. The phone number should have voic so that the employer can leave you a message, and your address should be appropriate. Example: Profile Section This section should be near the top of your resume s first page and should highlight the top four or five reasons the employer should choose you for an interview. This section will have the most impact on an employer if it is tailored to each specific job you apply for. This is where you will use the Skills List you wrote down earlier when researching the job ad. The profile section can also be called Highlights of Qualifications, or Summary ; the title depends on personal preference. Example: 11
12 Skills Categories and Skills Statements For a combination resume, the skill categories and skill statements you use need to be tailored to the job and must highlight your skill set. Most resumes will have two to three skill categories each with a statement written underneath. When choosing your skill categories, think about the job what the most important skills are to that employer. Whether you choose to focus on your technical qualifications or your generic/soft skills, they need to be relevant to the position. Again, use your Skills List from the job posting as your guide for matching your qualifications to what the employer wants. For Example: You are a Carpentry student and would like a job as a construction helper/assistant. You have never worked in the carpentry or construction field, but have the required skills for this position through your education at MITT. When looking at a construction assistant posting, you should look at the skills the employer requires and include your personal skills that match. In the sample job posting below, the skills are grouped under two headings: On your combination resume, choose two to three skill categories to list your relevant skill statements under. For our Carpentry example, you could select categories related to roofing that demonstrate the skills you ve gained at MITT, as well as your interpersonal and communication skills from past work, volunteer, extra-curricular and school related activities. For example: Carpentry Skills Utilized a variety of hand and power tools Experience installing a roof system using asphalt and gravel Skills gained from the Carpentry program at MITT Knowledge of safe work practices, fall protection and health and safety legislation Developed skills of surveying, site layout, framing, roofing, and exterior and interior finishing 12
13 Skills gained from work, volunteer and school activities Interpersonal Skills Supervised staff and handled difficult staffing situations professionally Worked as a team to effectively problem solve and fix equipment Encouraged communication between staff and management as an assistant manager in a fast paced re tail setting Each point should begin with an action verb and description of your tasks / duties. See page 30 for details. Which comes first: Education or Employment? Whichever section you feel is the most relevant to the employer should come first! If your previous employment experience is more relevant the job, you probably want to list that first. If your education is what qualifies you, that should come first. Education This section should provide information on the program or training you have completed, which school or college you attended, and when you graduated. If you have not finished your program when submitting your resume, it is acceptable to indicate present as your completion date, or in progress. This section can also include professional development and other courses you have completed. 13
14 Employment History Your Employment History section should be formatted the same as your Education section and should state your position/title, who you worked for and the dates you worked there. You can also include bulleted points under each position about what you did at each job. These are similar to the skill statements you used earlier for your skills categories. Each point should begin with an action verb and description of your tasks / duties. See page 27 for details. 14
15 ADDITIONAL SECTIONS There are other sections that can be included on your Combination resume depending on your unique experience, accomplishments and what you feel is important to the employer. These sections are optional; only add them if you feel they add value to your resume. Your resume should not be longer than two pages, so make sure that you include information that will help you get an interview and delete information that is not relevant. This is one reason why you need to adjust your resume for each job you are applying for! Possible Additional Resume Sections Volunteer Experience Coaching Experience Conferences/Conventions Community Service Extracurricular Activities Memberships/Associations Languages Activities / Interests Professional Development Achievements Computer Skills Certifications Example: 15
16 C O M B I N A T I O N R E S U M E T E M P L A T E NAME Address: Phone: HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS This section should include the top four or five qualifications or experiences you possess targeted to the job (or 4 or 5 reasons why the employer should choose you!) RELEVANT SKILLS Skill Category Action verb + duty Skill Category Action verb + duty 16
17 EDUCATION Program Year Institution City, Country/ Province EMPLOYMENT HISTORY Position Month Year Month Year Company City, Country/ Province Action verb + tasks Action verb + tasks Position Month Year Month Year Company City, Country/ Province Action verb + tasks Action verb + tasks VOLUNTEER / EXTRA-CURRICULAR EXPERIENCES Position Month Year Month Year Company City, Country/ Province INTERESTS,, REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST 17
18 5. Writing a Chronological Resume 18
19 JOE COOL 123 Nowhere St. Winnipeg, Manitoba G6H 9K0 (204) Sample Chronological Resume HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS Over six years of experience as a Cook and Supervisor within the Hospitality industry Familiar with the operations of Fine Food Restaurants and Hotels Experienced in Customer Relations and Sales Establishes an effective rapport with Clients Dependable, conscientious, creative, courteous individual who works effectively in a team DEMONSTRATED SKILLS Cook Fine Dining Restaurant Current Prepared and cooked complete meals, banquets or speciality foods, including: pastries, sauces, soups, salads, vegetables, meat, poultry and fish dishes Cooked special meals for patrons as instructed by chef Coordinated and prepared all dishes from fine dining menu for up to 350 people per sitting Supervised kitchen helpers and cooks in preparation, cooking and handling of food Planned menus, determined size of food portions, estimated food requirements and costs Monitored and requisitioned food and kitchen supplies and ordered and maintained inventory Cut, trimmed, and prepared standard cuts of meat, poultry, fish and shellfish Prepared special displays of meat, poultry, fish and shellfish Maintained a clean and organized kitchen that met all health and safety standards Supervisor Hotel Restaurant Supervised and trained new employees and trainees in their duties and responsibilities Trained new staff in a clear, concise and patient manner, when demonstrating new skills Familiar with the daily operations of a variety of fine dining restaurants and fast food outlets Communicated effectively with management, colleagues, customers and suppliers Demonstrated the ability to remain calm in a fast-paced, high stress environment 19
20 Joe Cool Page 2 EMPLOYMENT HISTORY Cook/Supervisor Fine Dining Restaurant Winnipeg, Manitoba Cook Hotel Restaurant 2001 Winnipeg, Manitoba Cook Bistro 2000 Winnipeg, Manitoba Cook Family Restaurant 1999 Winnipeg, Manitoba EDUCATION Carpentry Program Manitoba Institute of 2015-Present Trades and Technology Winnipeg, Manitoba Grade 12 Glenlawn Collegiate 2010 Winnipeg, Manitoba TRAINING First Aid/CPR 2014 Serve It Safe 2014 REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST 20
21 Writing a Chronological Resume Contact Information Your name should be at the top of the first page of your resume. Your name must be easy to read and should stand out (either by enlarging, bolding, capitalizing or formatting it in another eye catching way). The contact information should also include your address, phone number and address. The phone number should have voic so that the employer can leave you a message, and your address should be appropriate. Example: Profile Section This section should be near the top of your resume s first page and should highlight the top four or five reasons the employer should choose you for an interview. This section will have the most impact on an employer if it is tailored to each specific job you apply for and reflects the qualifications needed by the employer as found in the job advertisement. This section can also be called Highlights of Qualifications, or Summary ; the title depends on personal preference. Example: 21
22 Which comes first: Education or Employment? Whichever section you feel is the most relevant to the employer should come first! If your previous employment experience is more relevant the job, you probably want to list that first. If your education is what qualifies you, that should come first. Education This section should provide information on the program or training you have completed, which institution you attended and when you completed it. If you have not finished your program when submitting your resume, it is acceptable to indicate present as your completion date, or in progress. This section can also include professional development and other courses you have completed. 22
23 Employment History Your Employment section should be formatted the same as your education section and should state your position/title, the organization you worked for and the dates you worked there. You can also include bulleted points under each position about what you did at each job. These are known as Skill Statements. Each point should begin with an action verb and then include your tasks / duties. See page 27 for details. 23
24 ADDITIONAL SECTIONS: There are other sections that can be included on your resume depending on your unique experience, accomplishments and what you feel is important to the potential employer. These sections are optional; only add them if you feel they add value to your resume. Your resume should not be longer than two pages, so make sure that you include information that will help you get an interview and delete information that is not relevant. This is one reason why you need to adjust your resume for each job you are applying for! Possible Resume Headings Volunteer Experience Coaching Experience Conferences/Conventions Community Service Extracurricular Activities Memberships/Associations Languages Activities / Interests Professional Development Achievements Computer Skills Certifications Example: 24
25 C H R O N O L O G I C A L R E S U M E T E M P L A T E NAME Address: Phone: HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS This section should include the top four or five qualifications or experiences you possess for the job (or 4 or 5 reasons why the employer should choose you!) EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE Position Title Date Organization Name Action verb + duty Position Title Date Organization Name 25
26 EDUCATION Program Month Year Month Year Institution City, Country/ Province Program Month Year Month Year Institution City, Country/ Province VOLUNTEER / EXTRA-CURRICULAR EXPERIENCES Position Month Year Month Year Company City, Country/ Province INTERESTS,, REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST 26
27 6. Writing Skill Statements How you write your resume and explain your qualifications can be very critical to your resume s success. Skill statements are the descriptive statements under your skill headings (on a combination resume) and under your job titles in the employment section. When writing about your skills and qualifications, and/or describing your previous work experience, you want to give a specific, detailed explanation. Writing flat, generic statements can lead to a very ineffective resume. Look at the job posting that you are applying for to see what action verbs the employer is using, so that you can use the same in your skill statements. Action verbs used in this posting include: - Provide - Prepare - Cook - Promote - Estimate - Assist - Maintain - Document - Clean - Execute - Schedule 27 - Adhere - Communicate
28 How to Write Effective Skills Statements: Combination and Chronological Resumes To write skill statements effectively, think about all aspects of the skill you are describing and make sure you are providing details and explaining them fully. Example: A cashier at a store may describe their duties on a resume as providing service. While it is correct that cashiers provide service, this statement does very little to explain the type or quality of the service provided. Effective skills statements should use the 5 W s: Who, What, When, Where and Why in order to elaborate and provide details within your skills statements. Provided service can then be written as: Provided prompt, friendly customer service while processing sales transactions in a fast paced retail environment. Skills Statement Tip: Begin each skill statement with an Action Verb. See pages 12 and 13 for a list of action verbs to help you write your skill statements. Example A Ineffective Skill Statement: Excellent customer service skills Add more detail: What type of customer service was it (hands-on, explaining products, selling products)? Did you have to establish repeat business? Did you have to build customer relationships? Did you have to follow-up with customers? Did you have to recommend products to customers based on their preferences? Effective Skill Statement: Provided hands-on customer service and established repeat business by recommending products and building customer relationships 28
29 Example B Ineffective Skill Statement: Terrific supervising skills Add more detail: How many employees and/or coworkers did you have to supervise? Did you have to assist customers or do other tasks while supervising? Did you have to create schedules and arrange breaks? Did you have to complete administrative paperwork? Effective Skill Statement Example: Managed and supervised up to three employees at once while serving over forty customers per hour on an average busy shift Example C Ineffective Skill Statement: Great with money and handling budgets Add more detail: How much money were you responsible for? How large was your budget? What types of administration work did you do for finances? What types of computer programs/tracking methods did you use? Effective Skill Statement Example: Managed the company s six-figure advertising budget, effectively monitored spending costs while increasing company sales by 10% Each of these skill statements should start with an action verb to keep the statements concise, focused and action oriented. The following two pages provide some examples of action verbs that can help you when writing your own skill statements. 29
30 30 Sample Action Verbs TECHNICAL SKILLS Assembled Devised Programmed Built Engineered Remodeled Calculated Fabricated Repaired Constructed Computed Maintained Solved Designed Operated Trained Overhauled Upgraded ANALYTICAL SKILLS Analyzed Answered Appraised Assembled Assessed Clarified Classified Collected Compiled Critiqued Estimated Evaluated Expedited Extrapolated Forecasted Interpreted Investigated Processed Recommended Reconciled Resolved Reviewed Specified Structured Studied Surveyed Synthesized Systematized Validated COMMUNICATION/ PEOPLE SKILLS Addressed Authored Collaborated Composed Contacted Convinced Corresponded Directed Drafted Edited Elicited Explained Formulated Influenced Interpreted Lectured Mediated Moderated Negotiated Persuaded Promoted Publicized Reconciled Recruited Resolved Spoke Translated Wrote
31 31 CREATIVE SKILLS Acted Adapted Composed Conceptualized Created Customized Designed Developed Devised Directed Established Fashioned Founded Illustrated Initiated Instituted Integrated Introduced Invented Modified Originated Performed Planned Revised Revitalized Shaped Solved DATA/FINANCIAL SKILLS Administered Allocated Analyzed Appraised Applied Audited Budgeted Balanced Calculated Computed Developed Estimated Forecasted Managed Marked Planned Projected Purchased Quantified Reconciled Reduced Researched Tabulated Tracked EDUCATION SKILLS Advised Adapted Corrected Coached Communicated Demonstrated Designed Developed Enabled Encouraged Evaluated Familiarized Facilitated Fostered Graded Guided Informed Instructed Persuaded Solved Supplemented Taught Trained Tutored HELPING SKILLS Advocated Aided Assessed Assisted Clarified Coached Counseled Demonstrated Diagnosed Educated Encouraged Expedited Facilitated Familiarized Guided Informed Instructed Intervened Motivated Referred Rehabilitated Represented Resolved Supported Taught
32 7. The Final Check It is a good idea to get someone else to proof-read your resume. If you aren t able to have another person edit your work, leave the resume for a few hours or a day, and check it again before sending it out. Do not write your resume and send it out right away. When proof-reading your resume, think if someone was reading this statement, would they know what I am talking about? This will help you get a different perspective on your writing and will help you add detail when necessary. Never lie about your skills or work experience. If you have to lie to get a job, your employer will find out sooner or later, and there could be consequences to your career and reputation. Personal data (marital status, age, health, number of children, religious or political affiliations, SIN number, and original citizenship) should be left off the resume. A photograph of yourself should never be included on your resume. A resume should be no more than two pages Don t get too creative with font sizes and styles: a resume should be a common font (Times New Roman, Calibri, Ariel, Tahoma, etc.) and pt. font size. Borders, colours and other stylistic choices should be minimal and professional. It is always a good idea to have your resume critiqued by someone else to confirm that it is error free and easy to read. Book an appointment with a student advisor at MITT to sit down and go over your resume. Student advisors are here to suggest improvements and provide advice, but they can t write a resume for you! Use this guide to get started on the first draft of your resume and then see a student advisor for help fine-tuning and improving it. 32
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