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Creating a Resume

Creating a Resume

Creating your resumé is the first step to getting a job. Learn exactly what goes into this important document and start your career search off on the right foot by creating your own résumé.

    • A document used by a person to display their background and skills.

    • Freshman year
    • Start a resume and then update it regularly

    • Applying for jobs
    • Background on resume can be used for Scholarships
    • Background on a resume can be used for College Admission

    • Career & Technical Classes
    • Good Grades (GPA)
    • Volunteer Experience
    • Work Experience
    • Rigorous Courses (Honors/AP classes)
    • High SAT/ACT Scores
    • Dual Credit Classes
    • Extra Curricular Activities (Ex. Drama, Dance, Sports, Journalism, Student Government, etc.)
    • Honors/Awards

    • Click below for Resume Outline Information as well as the Resume Example.
    • Stop by the Career Center for help from Mrs. Parker or e-mail her at rparker@nsd131.org to set up an appointment.