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Résumé Writing: Honors College Dustin Bryant Career Coach Liaison to the CHHS & Honors College
Résumé Writing: Honors College
Dustin BryantCareer Coach
Liaison to the CHHS & Honors College
Résumés
Highlight your specific
accomplishments.
• To impress an employer enough for them to invite you for an interview.
• To get your résumé past any applicant tracking software
• Clarity and fit are key!
Goal of your Résumé
Employers
Review dozens, maybe hundreds, of résumés.
They may only spend 10 to 30 seconds reviewing yours!
• Applicant tracking system (ATS) is digital database technology that enables the electronic handling of recruitment.
• Used to filter applications automatically based on given criteria such as key words, years of experience, and schools attended.
Applicant Tracking System
Résumé Format• One, full page in length • 1-inch margins• Single space• Reverse chronological order within sections• No smaller than 11 point font• Keep it simple and consistent• Don’t get fancy
DO NOT use a template!
Résumé Content • No sensitive personal information
• High school information not included after Freshman year
• Avoid I, me, my, we, us, our
• Accurate and true information only
• No need to say “Résumé” at the top or “References available upon request” at the bottom
Honors College Résumé Content
• Education– Honors Thesis can be included here
• Professional Development
– Internships
• Cross Cultural Experience/Study Abroad
• Campus & Community Involvement
– National Honors Societies
– Honors Council
– Honors Peer Mentors
Education Section
Indiana State University, Terre Haute, INBachelor of Science, Marketing Anticipated May 2022Honors Thesis: The Dangers of Sugary Foods in our Daily Diets
Cross-Cultural Experience: University of Arizona, Navajo Nation May 2019
Ivy Tech Community College, Indianapolis, INAssociate of Science, Technology May 2018
Terre Haute North High School, Terre Haute, IN
Academic Honors Diploma May 2016
Delete High School after Freshman year!
Describing Your Professional Experience
• 3-5 bullets should be listed under each position.
• Start each bullet point with a strong action verb.
• Highlight not just your duties, but what you accomplished in that position.
• Quantify whenever possible -Use # numbers, $ dollars, and %percentages!
Well-Developed Bullet Points
• Basic: Developed communication skills.• Enhanced: Developed communication skills by
facilitating interactive workshops and one-on-one meetings with students.
• Basic: Organized fall alumni golf outing.• Enhanced: Organized alumni golf outing that enhanced
positive relations and increased alumni donations by 20%.
• Basic: Coordinated social media marketing.• Enhanced: Coordinated social media marketing through
Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, and LinkedIn, which assisted in increasing event attendance by 65%.
How
Why
Impact
EXAMPLES
Internship Experiences
Indiana State University, Terre Haute, INStudent Intern, Honors College Dec. 2018 – May 2019• Collaborated with 7 Honors Peer Mentors to assist approximately 120
Freshman students in the BEST program to ensure all academic requirements are completed
• Developed a series of 5 workshops assisting 87 students that historically struggle academically to improve in different academic skills and competencies by assessing the needs of current and previous students
• Observed and interviewed 3 supervisors within Honors College to gain an understanding of all components incorporated in each role and expand personal skills and professional development
Remember to add –ed to past action verbs!
Cross-Cultural Experience
ISU’s Alternative Winter Break Program, Turks and Caicos Islands, Winter 2019Volunteer• Assisted in creating a natural greenhouse by removing weeds and
leveling the area. Transplanted seedlings into individual containers to allow for optimal root growth
• Repaired 6 gillnets, each 36 meters in length, using a small monofilament to remove non-native trout in park that are damaging the ecosystem.
• Collaborated with the park’s maintenance team to prepare housing for seasonal employees by removing cobwebs, blowing debris off the street, and moving large limbs and rocks from yards.
• Earned course credit through GH 301: Global Healthcare Challenges
Remember to add –ed to past action verbs!
Campus & Community Involvement
Sigma Alpha Lambda, National Leadership & Honors OrganizationChapter President Aug. 2019 – Present• Serve as the primary representative for University Administration, Student
Government Association, Campus Life, and/or other campus organizations• Meet with the Chapter Advisor bi-weekly and maintain regular contact with
officers through leadership team meetings• Maintain regular contact with SAL Chapter Representative providing
information about chapter progress and details regarding chapter activities• Communicate with potential members regarding local chapter activities and
national initiatives including SAL’s National Food Fight Against Hunger, Relay for Life, MLK Day of Service, and the President’s Volunteer Service Award
• Ensure the chapter meets re-registration deadlines and send registration confirmation to SAL Chapter Support Representative; complete the chapter annual report in May and submit it to the National Office
Remember to always use a different action verb for every bullet point!
Leadership Experiences
Honors Council, Indiana State University, Terre Haute, INSecretary Feb. 2020 – Present• Compose detailed minutes of all Honors Council discussions, then
forward them to Honors Council Advisor within 48 hours• Record and archive all chapter records, documentation, and materials
essential to the next leadership team (Ex: constitution, login information, photos, etc.) ensuring successful transition
• Coordinate communication among the Honors College, Honors Council, the Executive Board, and members
• Maintain officer and advisor contact information up-to-date with Campus Life and the Honors College
• Complete Activity Reports within 3 days of an event• Make it a priority to attend all meetings and chapter events
Always think of the bullet points from the EMPLOYER PERSPECTIVE.
Leadership Experiences
Honors College, Indiana State University, Terre Haute, INHonors Peer Mentor Aug. 2020 – Present• Mentor incoming Honors students offering advice, answering questions,
and being a friendly face to transitioning Freshman students• Attend and promote multiple Honors events throughout semester• Schedule meals or face-to-face meetings with mentees• Represent the Honors College at Sycamore Preview Day resource fairs• Compose and completed two Honors Peer Mentor reflections
Always think of the bullet points from the EMPLOYER PERSPECTIVE.
NACE Career Competencies• Critical Thinking/Problem Solving• Oral/Written Communication• Teamwork/Collaboration• Information Technology Application• Leadership• Professionalism/Work Ethic• Career Management • Global/Intercultural Fluencyhttp://www.naceweb.org/career-readiness/competencies/career-readiness-defined/
Résumé Reminders1. No high school information.2. No slang words/phrases.3. Include dates! Both month & year you started
and month & year you stopped. Example: Jan. 2014- Dec. 2015
4. Do not write, “References available upon request,” on résumé.
5. Save as a PDF before submitting online or print on résumé paper.
6. Résumé should be 1-page in length unless you have graduate education or years of experience.
7. Some résumés will look different than others (Ex: major, Pres. Scholar, Student Athlete)
Résumé Reminders Continued…• DO NOT USE any résumé template!• Single space document and remove spacing
before and after paragraphs• Use professional fonts such as:
Times New Roman, Cambria, Calibri, Arial, Tahoma• Be consistent with:
– Commas, dashes, and periods– Date placement– Organization within a section– Section headings and spacing
References• Separate document from
résumé.
• Include former supervisors, advisors, faculty.
• Do not include peers or family members.
• Always ask permission prior.
• Maintain relationships with references.
Connect with the Career Center
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Visit Us!Get started with a 15 minute “walk-in”
for a résumé critique.
Walk-In Hours: M-F 10am-12pm & 1pm-3pm
Longer Appointments:Schedule through Handshake or call us at 812.237.5000
Contact Information
Dustin BryantCareer Coach
Liaison to the CHHS & Honors College(812) 237-2106
Questions so far…
Cover Letter Writing: Honors College
Dustin BryantCareer Coach
Liaison to the CHHS & Honors College
Why create a cover letter?
This personalizes your contact with a prospective
employer.
It can persuade him/her to recognize why YOU are the
best fit for THEIR organization, company or
business!
What do I include?Your Contact Information
Date
Potential Employer Information
Honors Peer Mentor Cover Letter Sample
Your Contact Information
Date
Employer Information
Intro
Body/Describe Experiences
Conclusion
Add a “signature”
Tailoring Your Cover LetterEXAMPLE JOB POSTING
Tailoring Your Cover LetterEXAMPLE OF 2ND PARAGRAPH
Helpful Resources• JobHero.com (Helpful w/Bullet Points)
• JobScan.co (Helpful w/ATS tracking)
• Thebalancecareers.com/alison-doyle-2058389
• Themuse.com
• Career Center>Students>Career Center Resources
• Indiana INTERN.net Webinar: Thursday 4/16 from 3-4 PM• https://www.eventbrite.com/e/indiana-internnet-student-virtual-qa-
registration-102171744438
Ascend IndianaAscend Indiana is a nonprofit and partner of the ISU Career Center. They are a FREE service helping
college students and recent graduates find a job or internship
with over 330 Indiana employers. They provide support through a
unique combination of one-on-one guidance from Ascend staff, jobs
tailored to students of all majors, and an easy-to-use website called the
Ascend Network.
Ascend Indiana
1. No high school information.2. No slang words/phrases.3. Include dates! Both month & year you
started and month & year you stopped. Example: Jan. 2014- Dec. 2015
4. Do not write, “References available upon request,” on résumé.
5. Save as a PDF before submitting online or print on résumé paper.
Internship Scholarship Programs
Scholarships support targeted experiences that will develop students' understanding of themselves and a meaningful career path, provide employers with capable interns, contribute to economic development and promote employment of ISU graduates. There are several different programs, each with specific criteria, that are available for Indiana State University Students.
Scholarship Steps1. Visit: indstate.edu/career-
center/internship-scholarship-programs 2. Watch YouTube video on page3. Select the link for the type of scholarship
that applies to you4. Review everything on the website5. Contact C.J. Brooks
([email protected]) if you have any questions. You can also schedule an appointment with him through Handshake (via MyISU portal) or the Handshake app.
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My Contact Information
Dustin BryantCareer Coach
Liaison to the CHHS & Honors College(812) 237-2106
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