How to Build a Resume Template

Resumes are an important part of any job search.

A resume is one of the most important parts of the application process for any job. The resume should follow a basic template. It should be easy to read and professional at the same time, and the template should provide the basic information upon which you build, depending on what kind of job you are applying for. Certain information will always remain the same, but you will want to adjust some details to highlight particular skills for an employer.

Instructions

1. Organize your resume template like a chart, with the title on one side and the detailed information on the other side.

2. Start at the top, write the following on the top center of the page:

   Name

   Address

   City, State, Zip

   Phone

   E-mail

3. Follow this with the beginning of your chart.

   Write "Objective" on the left and state your goals on the right.

4. Write "Work Experience" on the left and list the name, address, job title and duties of your previous jobs on the right.

5. List "Education" next on the left, and on the right list name, address and dates attended of your schools.

6. Write "References" on the final box on the left and follow this on the right with name, address, phone and e-mail of each of your references.

References

• Colier K12: Resume Template