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Resumes

Below you will find information about what a resume is and how to effectively market yourself using a resume. You can also schedule an appointment to meet with a career counselor from our office for resume help.

CSSE Handout on Resumes

Resume Information
Resume Information from the UVSC On-line Writing Lab
Other UVSC On-line Writing Lab Handout
Resume Information Guidelines

How to Build a Resume
Optimal Resume A free online resume writing service. You enter the information and choose from a wide variety of options regarding the format of your final resume.
Resume Worksheet
Power Words
Action verbs help develop a visual image of your work ethic and employment activities. When describing your personal and work experience, use action verbs to illuminate your experience. Here is a list of action verbs relevant to your potential employment skills.

Sample Resumes
Sample Business Resume
Sample Computer Science Resume
Sample Education Resume
Sample Liberal Arts Resume
Sample Nursing Resume
Sample Science Resume
Sample Accomplishment Statements


Posting An On-line Website (for your portfolio, resume, and other helpful information about you)

withinmysite.com_logo WithinMySite.com is a Web hosting company that provides students with an inexpensive way to create their own Web site. Students may then create an online "portfolio" and direct employers to their Web site to view a document or series of documents that provides a more in-depth look at the student's qualifications than a simple resume.
Career Services & Student Employment
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