There are a number of good and appropriate ways to organize a resume. It is important to choose the resume style that will work well for you. The following outline is offered as a suggested format.

A brief, focused statement of the position desired. Target your work direction and concentrate on the skills you have to offer and on your immediate career interests.

List in reverse chronological order: Name of college, date of graduation, major course of study and area of concentration (minor). If a degree was earned from any college other than King's, it should be mentioned. Transfers without degrees are generally excluded, as is high school.

Include current GPA (if 3.0 or above), Dean's list, honor societies, specific awards and earning of college expenses.

Include any extra-curricular activities, including clubs or organizations in which you are involved. Both school and community activities should be listed. Leadership roles should be noted. A listing of hobbies/interests is optional.

This is usually the most extensive and important section of your resume. This section of your resume explains the kinds of work and educational experiences (internships and student teaching) you have had and gives the employer a clear idea of your achievements and potential. Depending on how closely related your experience is to your chosen field, you may choose to place this section closer to the top of your resume. Consult the sample resumes in the "Job Search Guidebook" for additional examples. List jobs/experiences in reverse chronological order. (You may choose to separate professional or related experience from part-time jobs.) In describing your experiences, state the name of the organization, town and the time period in which you were employed. List your job title and a brief description of your responsibilities. Include accomplishments that are most relevant to your career plans. Use action verbs and telegraphic language in describing your responsibilities and accomplishments.

If you have established a credentials file with the Office of Career Planning and Placement, you should state: Available upon request from: Office of Career Planning and Placement, King's College, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711. Phone: (717) 208-5874. If you have not established a credentials file, simply state: Available upon request.

The following optional categories often add a unique quality to a particular resume. Review your background and experience to determine if you would find any of the following areas useful to your resume.
Areas of Knowledge and Work Experience - This section may be very helpful to those students in liberal arts majors and/or those individuals seeking employment outside their major field of study.
Related or Professional Experience - This is a specific section designed to focus on an internship or work experience directly related to the job for which you are applying.
Educational Highlights or Related Coursework - Highlight major concentrations of your degree program as they relate to the job target.
Special Skills - Examples include knowledge of computer expertise, foreign language skills, defense training, etc.

Any questions or comments about this Web Page can be directed to Christopher Sutzko, Director of the Office Career Planning and Placement