Writing Your ResumePresented by UIW

The Office of Career Services & Career EducationConnie Kuwamoto, Director

Kimberly Watts, Assistant Director

Sell don’t Tell

Who? Where? How?

Your Name

241 Square Street

Somewhere, Texas 78200

Phone: (210) 555-5555

Email: veryappropriate@yahoo.com

Wrong way?

Is There A Right Way?

Objective

• When to use?Posting onlineMultiple mailings

• What to say?Be specific

Education

Bachelor of ____________, (Major)MinorUniversity of the Incarnate WordSan Antonio, TexasGraduation Pending: December 2006• Maintained 3.5 GPA while working

20+ hours per week• Applicable Courses (Sample)• Capstone

Sample:Applicable Courses

Composition I and II Professional & Technical Communications

World, American, English Literature

Introduction to Catholicism

Linguistics, Sociolinguists Biblical Themes

Genre Studies (short fiction) History of Christianity

Sample:Capstone

Capstone I• Identified the strengths, weaknesses,

opportunities and threats for ____________________ (company name)

• Made recommendations based on findings resulting in increased profits.

Capstone II

(Example)

Skills

• Bilingual (English and Spanish)– (speaking, reading, writing)

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

• Excellent Communication skills (oral and written)

• Others

Communication skills

Motivation/Initiative

Teamwork

Leadership

Academic Achievement/GPA

Interpersonal Skills

Flexibility/Adaptability

Technical Skills

Honesty & Integrity

Analytical/Problem Solving Skills

What employers look for in candidates?

Experience• Title• Where• How Long

Director, Career ServicesUniversity of the Incarnate WordSan Antonio, TexasJuly 1, 2003-Present

Action Verbs

Using “to be” verbs, such as “was,” “is,” “were,” or “are,” is much too passive. Instead, use active verbs. They’ll add a little muscle to your resume. You sound more dynamic right away.

Examples of Active Verbs Found on Effective Resumes:

anticipatedappliedauditedanalyzedbroadenedbuiltconsolidatedchanneledconceivedcoordinatedcustomizeddeviseddeveloped

effectedestimatedevaluatedfacilitatedframedguidedhostedidentifiedimplementedimprovedinitiatedinventoriedjoined

launchedmaintainedmodeledmodifiednegotiatedneutralizedorganizedperformedpinpointedplannedpresentedprocessedprovided

quantifiedreducedremediedrevampedselectedspearheadedsteeredsupervisedtabulatedtightenedundertookvalidatedwidened

Myth: One Page

• Don’t forget– add your name– page number on page 2

NAME (page 2)

• Awards & Honors

• Community Service

• Certification

• Clubs & Organizations

References Upon Request

Is that all there is

?

Resume Sample

Connie Kuwamoto111 None Street San Antonio, TX 78222

kuwamoto@uiwtx.eduOffice: (210) 999-9123Home: (210) 999-9999

EDUCATIONM.Ed., Adult Education, University of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio, TX,(in progress), GPA 4.0.Bachelor of Business Administration, General Business/Marketing, Columbus College, Columbus, Georgia, 1988

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

2003 to Present:

Director of Career Services and Career Education

University of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio, TX

• Restructured the Office of Career Services into an efficient and effective student-

centered entity within the University Community. • Provide guidance to students designing and implementing their personal Four

Year Career Plan. • Strengthen established business contacts. • Proactively pursue new relationships with local, regional and national

businesses, searching for internships and job placement opportunities. • Successfully direct a myriad of activities involved in the delivery of career

services: career fairs, on-campus recruitment, marketing strategies, instruction of computerized career guidance systems, web page development, research skills acquisition, resume, letter and interview preparation/techniques and networking strategies.

• Coordinate several programs including Professional Practice Interview Day, Exploring Majors and Careers, Resume Days.

• Train and manage office support staff. • Responsible for budget preparation and managing expenditures. • Co-teach a Career Development Learning Community.

2002 – 2003: Director, Support Services for Students with DisabilitiesUniversity of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio, TX

• Ensured that the University and its branches were in compliance with the American with Disabilities Act of 1974 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act by providing reasonable accommodations to eligible students.

• Developed comprehensive student and faculty handbooks. • Developed and presented University-wide, training sessions for

faculty and administrators, including the Adult Degree Completion Program site at Delmar College, Incarnate Word High School and St. Anthony Catholic High School.

• Mediated conflict between faculty and students. • Provided web-based information regarding support services for

students. • Hired and trained staff assistants. • Prepared budget and supervised expenditures.

Connie Kuwamoto (professional experience continued…) Page 2

1999 - 2002:Assistant Director of International Academic Services, Associate

Director of Undergraduate Academic Advising, Coordinator, Support Services for Students with Disabilities

University of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio, TX • Ensured Immigration and Naturalization compliance for international

students; served as academic advisor and provided training programs. • Supervised the daily operation of the University Advising Center

including admission to the major process, advisor assignments and new student orientation/advising sessions.

• Implemented “College Success Workshops” for academically at-risk students.

• Developed publications to support efforts with international students, disabled students and academic advising.

• Organized SSSD Office into an effective service provider for disabled students; provided ADA & Sec. 504 training to faculty and staff at University, Incarnate Word High School and St. Anthony’s High School; kept abreast of federal ADA laws and regulations.

• Hired, trained and supervised staff members consisting of academic counselors, disability support service providers and international student advisors.

• Managed budgets for areas of responsibility.

1992 - 1998: Assistant Director, Admissions and AdvisingHoward Community College, Columbia, MD• Coordinated all aspects of high school student recruitment and pre-enrollment

admissions counseling services. • Developed and implemented new policies for admission of students including

international and military students. • Developed new programs for private and public schools to attract prospective

students through the High School Nights Program. • Assisted international students in validating immigration status, issuance of

certification of eligibility (INS I-20 form) as well as other immigration documents. • Coordinated Freshman Focus, Early Entrance, and Summer Scholars enrollment

programs, processes, procedures and related events. 1991 – 1992: Test Center Coordinator, U.S. Army and Air Force Center, Ft. Meade, MD• Provided training to Educational Testing Service examiners for all military bases

in the region. • Tests administered included GED, SAT, GRE, GMAT, CLEP, LSAT, MCAT,

DSST and certification exams. • Managed security scheduling and procurement of controlled tests.• Routinely administered up to forty tests in a fifteen-hour weekly period. • Ensured adequate inventory availability• Conducted mandatory quarterly inventory and reports• Maintained accurate database of all test administered and personal utilizing

services

Connie Kuwamoto (professional experience continued) Page 3

1989 – 1991Master Teacher, U.S. Army Education CenterHanau, Germany • Supervised, hired, trained and evaluated an

instructional staff of approximately 40 servicemen and women.

• Coordinated program activities with members of the Army Continuing Education System and with military commanders.

• Academically advised students in the high school completion program and associate degree program.

• Responsible for overseeing correct completion and timely submission of all required student credit documentation, personnel and payroll functions.

SPECIAL SKILLS & TRAINING

• Certified to administer and debrief the Myers Briggs Type Indicator

• Extensive training and experience with ADA and Sec. 504 compliance

• Effective student mentor and academic advisor • Skilled at conducting career services needs assessments • Successful experience working with diverse racial ethnic and

cultural communities • Adept at financial management• Experience in development and coordination of workshops and

conferences• Excellent supervisory skills • Possesses integrity and a high sense of duty• Resourceful, creative, solution oriented• Versatile thinker, believes in excellence and professionalism• Strong leadership qualities

SERVICE

2005 Advisor to Lambda Chi Honorary Student Fraternity

2005 President-Elect SACUPA2002 Served as Logistics Chair for the

AHEAD in Texas Annual Conference hosted by the University of the Incarnate Word

REFERENCES PROVIDED UPON REQUEST