Job fairs are an increasingly common way for job-hunters to apply to many different companies at once, and for companies to fill many positions in the same way. Because of the fierce competition that may exist, you need to be sure that you are determined, clean-cut, and well organized. How should you present your resume …
Resume Writing
Achieving a master’s degree is a feat that takes years on top of the years spent obtaining a bachelor’s degree. Having one is an extremely important fact to include on your resume, so you must be sure to include it in the proper place. Can you include a master’s degree in the experience section? …
Do you list a 3.4 GPA on your resume or not? As with adding any other element to your resume, it all depends on specific circumstances, and most importantly, the job description. Keep reading to get a clear idea of whether adding a 3.4 GPA is a good idea or not. Should you put …
Professional research is an experience that requires mental discipline, planning, organization, and documentation skills. Both professional and academic research are worth including on a resume in some instances, but you must be mindful of when to include them. Does this kind of research count as work experience on a resume? Does Research Count as …
Even if you don’t have previous work experience, you still need a resume to apply for any job. You might be lost if you have to write one because it is assumed by many that the purpose of a resume is to demonstrate work experience. However, there is the functional/skills-based resume that is largely overlooked. …
Once you are done adding all the relevant content to your resume, saving it is the next important step that many might brush off. First, the format. Although you can use both PDF and Microsoft Word formats for your resume, PDF is better. A PDF preserves the resume’s format no matter what device it is …
In a job market where many entry-level jobs require knowledge and experience of a subject, internships are becoming increasingly common. Internships are a great way to gain experience in a job market, and for a company to train a new potential employee. Should you include this in the job experience section on a resume? …
Volunteering is a generous act of dedicating one’s time to a cause. This may be out of goodwill, wanting to gain experience in a new area or a mix of the two. The term “volunteer work” quite literally contains the word “work,” so should this be included in the work experience section on a resume? …
The Contact section of your resume is the very first thing a recruiter will see. It is right on top, so it is important to write this section flawlessly. A mistake here could mean you miss your chance of getting contacted regarding an interview. Therefore, below, we will discuss what to add as contact items …