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Alexander Simpson
555-555-5555 • example@example.com • Reno, Nevada 89513
Summary Statement It's important that you provide the hiring manager with a short explanation of why
you should be hired. In two or three sentences, highlight your top skills, position
expertise, and most notable professional experience that aligns with the job you are
seeking. See How to Write a Powerful Resume Summary Statement for more writing
tips.
Work History 06/2017 - Current
Current Position, Company, Company City, Company State
Start with your current or most recent job title.
For each job, write your work experience in three bullet points.
See How to Write a Resume Work Experience Section for more writing tips.
03/2013 - 05/2017
Previous Position, Company, Company City, Company Country
Talk about your duties and qualifications that are needed for the desired job
opening.
Write short sentences in the active voice that show your accomplishments (e.g.,
“Manage a team of eight graphic designers”).
By using quantifiable metrics, such as “Establish long-lasting relationships with
clients by studying their needs, maintaining a 99% retention rate,” you will give
your accomplishments more power.
07/2009 - 02/2013
Next to Last Position, Company, Company City, State
Concentrate on including significant work responsibilities instead of repetitive,
daily tasks.
If you are switching careers, highlight transferable skills applicable to the new job
you are applying for. For example, if you did some customer service tasks, present
your empathy and communication skills when seeking medical assistant jobs.
If you have a long work history, narrow your work experience to the last 10 years of
your career.
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Skills Review the job posting for the skills Present six to eight skills in a bulleted
sought by the employer. list, and make sure to include soft, hard
Feature skills of your own that and technical skills.
match these key skills and are See How to Write the Resume Skills
valuable in your profession. Section of your Resume for more writing
tips.
Education and Training Master of Science, Field of Study
School Or Institution Name, School Location
Start with your current or most recent degree and go backward.
Example: Master of Science in Veterinary Technology
University of California - Davis, CA
June 2017
Bachelor's Or Associate Degrees: , Field of Study
School Or Institution Name, School Location
Example:
Bachelor of Science in Pre-Vet
University of California- Davis, CA
June 2017
High School Diploma
School Or Institution Name, School Location
High School: Only list if the minimum education required is a high school diploma
or GED.
Example: Boswell High School
Fort Worth, TX
GED
June 2018
Certifications If you want to boost your skills and want to demonstrate competency to do a
specific job, certifications are particularly important.
School, Institution, Company or Organization l Certification or Training Obtained -
Year
Example: CPR & First Aid Certified, American Heart Association - 2019
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Licenses Depending on your career, licenses are required for particular jobs, such as
teaching and cosmetology.
School, Institution, Company or Organization l Certification or Training Obtained -
Year
Example: Associate of Arts in Hairstyling Long Island Beauty School Inc,
Hempstead, NY - June 2017
Awards and Honors This section is important for entry-level workers and for those who have received
significant awards in their chosen field.
School, Institution, Company or Organization l Certification or Training Obtained -
Year
Example: Sally Kalson Courage Journalism Award, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette - 2020
