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Commonly Asked Resume Questions
Download our Resume FAQ document to find detailed answers to the following questions: 1. What Format should I use? 2. How many work experiences should I include? 3. My jobs aren't related to my major, why should I list them? 4. What should I include in my resume if I haven't worked much? 5. Should I include all of the schools that I attended? 6. Should I include my high school experiences? 7. Do I list my references? 8. Do I include temporary jobs? 9. Should I include a cover letter when I submit my resume by email? 10. How can I keep the formatting of my resume when I submit it by email?
Resume Tips to Consider
Make sure your resume has a sharp focus Use a crisp, clean, simple format Make sure the grammar, spelling, and punctuation is perfect Customize your resume to match the requirements of the job Focus on experience relevant to the position you are applying to Treat your resume as an advertisement for you and your skills Submit your resume exactly as the employer has requested Use strong, concrete verbs to describe your experiences Deactivate email and web address links in your resume Proofread, proofread, proofread
Visit our Resume web page for samples of resumes. Set up an appointment with a career advisor to have your resume critiqued or visit the Career Services Resume Cart.

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