{"id":12355,"date":"2021-04-29T12:04:22","date_gmt":"2021-04-29T12:04:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/?p=12355"},"modified":"2023-04-13T22:07:26","modified_gmt":"2023-04-13T22:07:26","slug":"how-to-include-minor-on-resume","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/how-to-include-minor-on-resume\/","title":{"rendered":"The 3 Best Ways to List a Minor on a Resume \u2014 Revealed!"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>img#mv-trellis-img-1::before{padding-top:15.625%; }img#mv-trellis-img-1{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-2::before{padding-top:15.625%; }img#mv-trellis-img-2{display:block;}<\/style><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Writing a resume can be a daunting task for some, especially those who have recently graduated. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Resumes are typically an employers first impression of a potential employee, making them an extremely important part of the job-hunt.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We want to present our very best selves on our resumes, and this includes our education and experiences. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Including a minor on your resume can be a good way to add to our expertise, and to show passion for certain subjects.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>How should a job-seeker list a minor on a resume?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><b>Typically, the minor is listed in the education section on a resume. A minor could also be listed as a part of the experience section or listed as a skill. The best section to place it in depends on the job, the minor&rsquo;s relevance to the job, and the employee&rsquo;s work history. Based on these factors, it may be more appropriate to place it in one section over the other.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>&nbsp;<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Where should you include a minor on the resume?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These are three different places you could place a minor on your resume, but there is no &ldquo;one answer fits all&rdquo;. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depending on your work experience and history, there are ways you can strategically place a minor to help you stand out among all the other applicants.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A minor is a crucial part of the university experience, and it outlines a large part of the studies and research that took place during the four years it takes to achieve a bachelor&rsquo;s degree. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because of this, it can be a very important detail to list on a resume. This is especially true for newer graduates, or people with little working experience. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let&rsquo;s take a look at some of the best ways to do this.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>The 3 best ways to list a minor on a resume<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first, and possibly best place to list a minor on your resume is in the education section.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>Listing a minor in the education section: Examples&nbsp;<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Often located directly under the resume heading, the education section is a worthy place for listing a minor because a minor is an educational <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/achievement-unlocked\/\" title=\"achievement\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">achievement<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Minors included in this section are rarely expanded upon, and are best kept short and specific.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By listing a minor, the employee can show even more specialized experience. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When applying for a relevant job, this shows the employer that you are an even better fit for their company. The following are examples of how this can be listed:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>EDUCATION<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Vassar University<\/b> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Poughkeepsie, New York<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bachelor of Science, Major in Biology, <\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Minor in Human Development, <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20XX-20XX<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Formatted on the resume, it should look like this:<\/p>\n<p><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-12371 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1280\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1.jpg 854w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1-300x47.jpg 300w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1-1024x160.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1-768x120.jpg 768w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1-735x115.jpg 735w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1-335x52.jpg 335w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1-347x54.jpg 347w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1-520x81.jpg 520w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1-640x100.jpg 640w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1-960x150.jpg 960w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1-1080x169.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 20px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1.jpg\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"eager\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-12371 size-full eager-load\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201280%20200'%3E%3Crect%20width='1280'%20height='200'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" width=\"1280\" height=\"200\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 20px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1.jpg 854w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1-300x47.jpg 300w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1-1024x160.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1-768x120.jpg 768w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1-735x115.jpg 735w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1-335x52.jpg 335w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1-347x54.jpg 347w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1-520x81.jpg 520w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1-640x100.jpg 640w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1-960x150.jpg 960w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1-1080x169.jpg 1080w\" data-svg=\"1\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>EDUCATION<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Bachelor of Science, Major: Science &ndash; <\/b><b>Minor: Human Development<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &ndash; Vassar University&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Formatted on the resume, it should look like this:<\/p>\n<p><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-12370 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1280\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2.jpg 854w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2-300x47.jpg 300w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2-1024x160.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2-768x120.jpg 768w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2-735x115.jpg 735w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2-335x52.jpg 335w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2-347x54.jpg 347w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2-520x81.jpg 520w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2-640x100.jpg 640w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2-960x150.jpg 960w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2-1080x169.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 20px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2.jpg\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-12370 size-full lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1280\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2.jpg 854w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2-300x47.jpg 300w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2-1024x160.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2-768x120.jpg 768w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2-735x115.jpg 735w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2-335x52.jpg 335w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2-347x54.jpg 347w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2-520x81.jpg 520w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2-640x100.jpg 640w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2-960x150.jpg 960w, https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2-1080x169.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 20px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-2\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Listing a minor in the experience section: Examples<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Experience is often listed beneath the education section in a resume. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If someone has little working experience, then listing a minor in the experience section is a good way to fill that section. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having a <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/linguaholic.com\/linguablog\/well-rounded-synonyms\/\" title=\"well-rounded\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">well-rounded<\/a> resume is crucial, as employers will not spend a lot of time on each resume. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If it doesn&rsquo;t look complete at a glance, chances are low that they will give that person an interview.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the minor required any special project or internship to complete, this looks even more impressive. Let&rsquo;s take a look at how this can be done:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Experience:&nbsp;<\/b><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Surveying and Data Collections<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &ndash; Vassar University <\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Jan 20xx &ndash; Dec 20xx)<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Human psychology research project relating to social psychology<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Collected data from over 500 surveys from respondents in a blind case-study<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Compiled data into easy to understand graphics and presentations<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Supported findings with peer-reviewed research and articles<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Resulted in the achievement of a Minor in Human Development<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Experience:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Minor in Spanish &ndash; Vassar University<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Jan 20xx &ndash; Dec 20xx)<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Translated various documents from English into Spanish<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Attended multi-lingual presentations, and assisted in translation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Achieved a certificate of intermediate-high fluency in Spanish language (cert# 123456)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Listing a minor in the skills section: Examples<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Usually located beneath the experience section, the skills (or specialist skills) section is a great place to list a minor. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The skills section can let you expand on the skills you achieved by obtaining the minor, and why that might be relevant to your employer. This can be done in the following ways:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Skills Summary:<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Human Development Experience<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &ndash; <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Obtained a minor in Human Development<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as part of a research project for a top university<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Data Collection <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&ndash; Experience in random sampling, blind studies, and publishing of data<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Specialist Skills:<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Spanish &ndash; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Intermediate-high fluency in Spanish (cert# 123456)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Achieved a minor in Spanish<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at Vassar University<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Experience with translation, presentation, and document writing&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Should you always list your minor in a resume?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Usually? Yes, however, it is best kept in the education section as a very short and simple statement.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have enough practical working experience listed on your resume, you should probably refrain from listing your minor in the experience or skills sections. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While it can be great padding for new graduates, actual job experience will be more impressive and more relevant to employers.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your minor is relevant to the job, however, it is an excellent idea to make sure this is still included. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, if you have a Spanish minor and are applying for a job where Spanish is often used, it would be beneficial to have it listed in your resume.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Could listing a minor hurt your chances?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your minor is completely irrelevant to the job, it could be best for you to leave it out. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Minors are not always relevant, and in the worst case, could give the employer a worse impression of your experience.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your major is in human psychology but your minor is in dance, it may seem to an employer that you were less focused on your field of study than another candidate who only listed crucial information for that job.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Resumes should always be tailored to the specific job you are applying to, and you should only include things which will make you seem like a more beneficial and specialized employee. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Minors such as language or technology are usually seen as assets in any field, but be cautious about trying to show an employer every single one of your achievements. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep your resume short, sweet, and specialized.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Writing a resume can be a daunting task for some, especially those who have recently graduated. Resumes are typically an employers first impression of a potential employee, making them an extremely important part of the job-hunt.&nbsp; We want to present our very best selves on our resumes, and this includes our education and experiences. 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