Resume Writing - Bishop's University

A resume is an overview of one’s skills, abilities, education, work experience and other and serves as an employer’s first introduction to a candidate. So, needless to say…it’s very important!

The number one thing that students must remember when submitting a resume is why they are doing it. The answer? You want to spark the interest of the employer TO GET AN INTERVIEW!

The Bishop’s University Co-operative Education Office has created several documents to help you in this process (see below). If you are current co-op student at Bishop’s, remember that you can always submit your resume to the Co-op Office for a free review (coop@ubishops.ca).

Resume Checklist

Before you send your resume, make sure you have verified the following:

Your name STANDS OUT at the top of the page
Your personal and contact information is listed AND accurate
Your objective is customized to fit the organization (yours and their values)
Your education is listed and up to date and includes:
- Name of institution(s)
- Dates attending
- Degree and concentration
- Special awards/accomplishments
Your skills and abilities are listed with examples that are pertinent to the
job you are applying for
Your work history is listed and includes:
- Your title
- Company name
- Dates of employment
- Key responsibilities and skills acquired
You have used AND highlighted key action words to describe previous
experiences
You have included any additional specialized skills, training or certifications
that are relevant to the position
Add page #’s and your name in the header or footer of your 2nd + pages
You have a design that reflects your personality and strong points
Customize your resume for each job you apply for!
Spellling adn grammmer misstakes
Your resume MUST catch someone’s eye – YOU HAVE 15-20 SECONDS!