Sample Résumé 1
| Ima B. Student | 1010 Bulldog Boulevard; Seguin, TX 78155 |
| 830-555-0001 | IBStudent@tlu.edu or Ibstudent@myveryownemail.com |
OBJECTIVEAn entry-level position in public relations that will utilize interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS - An experienced team player, bringing enthusiasm and energy to group efforts.
- Adept at translating ideas into concrete written or visual form to share with others.
- Demonstrated ability to lead others in recognizing common goals.
- Bilingual - fluent in Spanish.
EDUCATIONTexas Lutheran University, Seguin, TX
Bachelor of Arts in Communication, May 2008
- Minor in Business Administration
- Cumulative GPA: 3.25
- Dean's List, six semesters
- Awarded communication scholarship for academic achievement
EXPERIENCEWW&W Public Relations, Inc., Austin, TX
Intern, Jan. to Aug. 2006
- One of ten students appointed to a highly competitive internship program
- Prepared and delivered eight training seminars focusing on publicity for non-profit organizations.
- Wrote advertising and public relations copy.
Texas Lutheran University, Seguin, TX
Career Associate, Sept. 2004-Dec. 2005
- Worked as part of a team to develop and implement the Career Services Marketing Campaign which resulted in a 23% increase in use of services over a twelve-month period.
- Demonstrated effective communication and customer service skills in assisting an average of 50 customers per day.
ACTIVITIES - Alpha Beta Gamma Delta Fraternity, Community Service Chair – Launched the most successful fund raising effort in the chapter's history raising over $5,000 to assist flood victims. Aided in developing the Adopt-A-School Program to enhance community education initiatives.
- TLU Public Relations Association, President – Implemented team concept to better recognize and utilize each member's skills. Developed an alumni mentoring program to provide members with career development resources and opportunities.
REFERENCESAvailable upon request
Heading – Ima includes her campus address. This is sufficient if she is not planning to move in the near future. However, she includes her off campus email address as an additional method of contact.
Objective and Qualifications – In these two sections, Ima clearly states her purpose and highlights the skills that are most relevant to her field. Her education and experience will give weight to these statements.
Education – Ima lists her GPA and academic honors that may set her apart from other candidates.
Experience – Ima describes the experience she obtained during college with a focus on accomplishments and transferable skills rather than limiting herself to duties and responsibilities in each position. When qualifying, it is more credible to use the exact percentage rather than a rounded figure.
Activities – Ima includes an activities section because she can use activities to further demonstrate how she is qualified for a position in her chosen field.
References – Ima will have the names, positions and full contact information for 3-5 professional and/or academic references listed on a separate sheet.
