Do's and Don'ts

focus on a specific internship, job or career field.
describe your transferable skills and qualities.
include key words.
use action words to describe your experience.
make sure your résumé is free of errors and misspellings.
have someone proofread your résumé or request a résumé critique from the Career Center.

use a résumé template (the formatting will limit your ability to customize your résumé).
use lots of script, underlines, different fonts or graphics. Bold and italics are generally acceptable.
include personal information and avoid listing religious, church, and political affiliations unless it is relevant to the position or organization.
go beyond one page. Most employers prefer a one page resume. Two pages are fine if you have extensive, relevant experience. The second page should be at least 2/3 full.

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