back to InterviewingHow to make your resume standout
Tailor every resume to the job opportunity
Each resume you submit should be customized for the job you are applying for.
Mimic words from the job description in your resume
I would suggest reading the job description for the position that you are apply for a using a few words from the job description to add to your cover letter or resume.
Mimic words from the job description in your resume
You will be most successful if you tailor each resume to fit a specific job and skill set. Use words in your resume that match the ones you are finding in the job description.
List concrete accomplishments related to specific assignments or experiences
I am impressed when a student has an intern or co-op assignment and, in addition to the basic facts (job title, location, company, responsibilities, etc.), he/she lists concrete accomplishments during that assignment and how those accomplishments furthered the project or work. To me this demonstrates that the student understood the impact of his/her work.
Leadership experience and volunteering are resume gold
Officer positions with student groups while in college, committee leadership or project leadership for non-profit organizations. It shows me that this person brings a lot of potential, not just for the position we are considering them for today, but for the future.
Emphasize if you worked throughout and paid for college
[A]ny student that has paid a significant portion or all of their tuition by working while attending college always gets my attention.
Emphasize if you worked throughout and paid for college
I am also impressed with students who have paid a significant part, or all, of their college tuition by working while going to college…That signifies to me that the student has worked hard and earned his/her way.
