Résumés

Résumé writing does not need to be an intimidating experience. Use the tools and resources below to learn about the components of a résumé and get started writing. Here are a couple of quick tips to consider as you are thinking about your résumé:

  • Give plenty of time to write/re-write; résumé writing often takes far longer than new writers expect. 
  • For students and new graduates a one-page résumé is expected. 
  • Tailor your résumé for each position. 

Ask for help - at any stage, whether you are just starting and jotting notes down or after several drafts. Career Development is here to help you with your résumé! Call (507-933-7575) or stop in to schedule an appointment or drop in during the academic year to meet with a Peer Career Advisor. 


Gustavus Resources

General Résumé Overview Booklet
Building Your First Résumé Worksheet
General Résumé Tips Rubric to Assess Your Résumé
Power Verbs  

Résumé Samples

Resume sample 1 Resume sample 2

Additional Resources

Hoonuit

Hoonuit - Best Practices for Creating a Résumé

 Handshake How to upload your résumé

A Note About CVs (Curriculum Vitae)

In the United States a résumé and a CV are two separate types of documents. A résumé is a short document that highlights specific experiences/qualifications related to a position. A CV is a longer document typically used when applying for academic or research roles or graduate school. If you are applying outside of the United States, CV is commonly used interchangeably with résumé.

 

 


Updated 7/15/19 JV