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    The document provides guidance on writing an effective resume. It explains that a resume is a marketing tool that allows applicants to highlight their experience and qualifications for a prospective employer. The resume needs to capture the reader's interest and convince them that the applicant can fill the position. The document then outlines the key sections that should be included in a resume, such as the objective, education, skills, experience, activities, and references. It provides examples and tips for writing each section effectively in order to land an interview.

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    Writin G An Effective Resume: Prepared By, Mechanical Branch

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    Writin an Effective g Resume


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    Prepared By Balu Gopala Nayar & Haneef, Mechanical Branch,


    Miracle Educational Society.

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    What is a A marketing Resume? tool

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    Your first tool for building a career The first impression a prospective employer has of you A selling tool that allows you to highlight to an employer how you can contribute to the company Request for an interview Purpose of the resume is to get you an interview Must capture the readers interest and attention Must convince the employer that you have the ability to fill their position Your big picture A snapshot of what you believe are your most important experiences and qualifications
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    Why should it be good?


    Your goal is to get an interview A resume is a window Its a brochure about you The 8 second test Brevity and readability

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    Road Map Role of the Resume Types of Resumes Resume Formats Resume Sections

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    Headi ng Referenc es

    The Resume
    Objecti ve Educatio n Related Skills Experien ce
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    Activiti es

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    Headi Exampl ng es

    DO
    DONT
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    Objecti ve :
    To obtain an entry level field engineering position

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    Apply to a specific position if possible Stay off the soap box Be concise

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    Education : Include the following: Institution of study(s) Degree(s) and Major(s) Honors

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    The Honors/Activities Section


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    This section should scream I Should only contain honors and awards earned during am a leader
    your time in college You can include academic or extracurricular items

    I prefer only academic or service-related items Award given to top performer on the capstone exam

    Include a brief description if not self-evident from title

    Dont include hobbies or activities not related to the job or your story

    Good to include leadership positions in CS-related organizations Good to list membership in CS-related organizations

    Dont include volunteer work unless there is a direct and positive link with the job or your story
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    Experience :

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    List all work experiencewithin reason Include accomplishments not just responsibilities Have you been in the working world? Hands up if youve professional experience
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    Related Skills :

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    Maximize this field!!! Include relevant courses List computer skills here Connect the dots for the recruiter

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    Activities :

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    List them all and have a balance Student groups (SWE, SFI.. ) Professional affiliations ( IEEE) Athletic groups (Swimmer,Athlete,Shooter..related to job) Hobbies
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    References :

    Keep it to three One personal, scholastic and professional Be sure theyre still there and reachable Are they a good reference?

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    Style

    o o o o o

    Free of Grammatical and Spelling Errors

    Easy to read font 12 or 14 pt. Categorize information Read down One page for a Bachelors

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    EXAMPLE OF RESUME :

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