Resumes

for Arts & Sciences Undergraduates

What is a resume?
A resume is a marketing brochure about you. It describes your skills, experience (paid and/or unpaid), and
your education. The purpose of an effective resume is to get you an interview.
Is one resume good for all jobs and internships?
Your job search materials should be customized for each position. If your search is focused on one type of
position, a single version of your resume may be fine, along with a cover letter that is tailored to your
employment target. If youre applying to a wider range of positions, you may need to revise your resume
in addition to creating a new cover letter. This customization is essential to your marketing and requires
research about the organization and industry.
What is a chronological resume?
The chronological resume is a commonly used format for undergraduate students. The experience section
of a chronological resume includes your positions, listed in reverse chronological order (beginning with
your most recent position and working backwards). Essential data includes: name of organization,
location, your title, and dates of employment/involvement. This is followed by several bullets, describing
your skills and achievements.
What else do I need to know about resumes?
Survive the human scan. Resumes get less than 30 seconds of an employer's time.
Survive the electronic scan. If a computer is reading your resume, you will want to have used the
appropriate jargon and keywords for your field.
Capture your readers attention by keeping your resume to a single, easily skimmable page. Check
with a Career Advisor about exceptions to the one-page rule.
Use good quality paper in colors such as white, off-white or neutral if submitting hard copy.
Check for typos, spelling errors, and grammar usage.
Include a customized cover letter that demonstrates how you match the employers requirements.
How do I email my resume?
Email your resume and cover letter as one attachment (PDF format with your cover letter as page 1
and resume as page 2).
When emailing your documents to employers, include your first initial and last name in the title of the
document. When creating an appropriate subject line for your email, use your name and the position
to which youre applying. For example: Research Assistant application from J. Barnum.
Include a short note in your email message to briefly introduce yourself, list the position to which you
are applying, and indicate that you have attached your application to the email and look forward to
connecting with the employer to discuss your skills and experiences.

~ Please use Resume Checklist on following page to prepare your document ~

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RESUME CHECKLIST
FORMATTING & MECHANICS

Document fits on one page without overcrowding. Check with a career advisor for rare exceptions.
Font size is 10-12 point and is professional and uniform throughout resume.
Resume is visually appealing.
Dates are uniformly formatted, NOT placed in the left-hand margin
Judicious use of bold, italics, and underlines enhances appearance and readability.
There are no errors in capitalization, spelling, word usage, grammar, and punctuation.
Margins are no smaller than .5 inches.
Entries are listed in reverse chronological order (current to oldest) in each section.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Includes 1 address, 1 phone number, and 1 professional email address.

If applicable, contact information may include links to a professional portfolio, website, or LinkedIn page.

EDUCATION

Education is first section on resume, below contact info. Include honors/awards here (e.g., Deans List).
Each educational institution (high school/college) includes name and location (City, State).
Junior/Seniors resumes usually omit High School. Check with a career advisor for exceptions.
Study abroad is listed (institution, country, and dates of study), if applicable.
Degree, month, and year of graduation are identified (i.e. Bachelor of Arts, May 2017 or Bachelors degree,
May 2017, if undeclared)
Major(s) and minor(s), if declared, are listed.
Including coursework is optional and can be a separate section. List selected courses relevant to
job/internship.
GPA is listed if 3.0 or higher. Include 2 decimal places. Do not round up.

EXPERIENCE (CAN BE MORE THAN 1 SECTION WITH TAILORED HEADINGS)

Include paid, volunteer, intern, and extracurricular activities.

Include 4 items: employer/organization name, location (City, State), dates, and title/role.

Use a round or square, solid bullet ( , ) to list your accomplishments and skills.
Start descriptions with strong skill-based verbs ( see the next page). Use present tense for ongoing work.
Phrases are concise and provide useful information. To convey maximum impact, ask yourself, So what?
Use quantitative information, when possible, to prove your results and effectiveness.

SKILLS

Skills can be listed in a separate category.

Skills are identified by type, including computer, language, technical, and laboratory skills.
Proficiency level is included for languages (native, fluent, proficient, conversant).
Do not include personal attributes or soft skills (e.g., teamwork, communication).

ADDITIONAL

Include dates of participation for activities. A category of interests is optional.

If publication section is included, it is appropriately formatted.
Document does not include use of personal pronouns (I, me, we) or articles (a, the).
List of references is not included. Do not use the phrase, References available upon request .
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Administrative Skills
approved
arranged
catalogued
classified

ACTION VERBS
collected
compiled
dispatched
executed

generated
implemented
inspected
monitored

operated
organized
prepared
processed

purchased
recorded
retrieved
screened

specified
systematized
tabulated
validated

Communication Skills
addressed
developed
arbitrated
directed
arranged
drafted
authored
edited
corresponded
enlisted

formulated
influenced
interpreted
lectured
mediated

moderated
motivated
negotiated
persuaded
promoted

publicized
reconciled
recruited
spoke

translated
wrote

Creative Skills
acted
conceptualized
created
designed

developed
directed
established
founded

illustrated
innovated
instituted
integrated

introduced
invented
originated
performed

planned
revitalized
shaped

Financial Skills
administered
allocated
analyzed

appraised
audited
balanced

budgeted
calculated
computed

developed
forecasted
managed

marketed
planned

Helping Skills
assessed
clarified
coached

counseled
demonstrated
diagnosed

educated
expedited
facilitated

familiarized
guided
referred

rehabilitated
represented

Management Skills
administered
analyzed
assigned
attained
chaired

conducted
consolidated
contracted
coordinated
delegated

developed
directed
evaluated
executed
improved

increased
organized
oversaw
planned
prioritized

produced
recommended
reviewed

scheduled
strengthened
supervised

Research Skills
clarified
collected
critiqued

diagnosed
evaluated
examined

extracted
identified
inspected

interpreted
interviewed
investigated

organized
reviewed
summarized

surveyed
systematized

Teaching Skills
adapted
advised
clarified
coached

communicated
coordinated
developed
enabled

encouraged
evaluated
explained
facilitated

guided
informed
initiated
instructed

persuaded
set goals
stimulated

Technical Skills
assembled
built
calculated

computed
designed
devised

engineered
fabricated
maintained

operated
overhauled
programmed

remodeled
repaired
solved

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projected
researched

upgraded
trained

HOW TO DESCRIBE PART-TIME JOBS, SUMMER EMPLOYMENT & MORE

Youve probably held part-time and summer jobs that provide income yet may not be aligned with your
career goals. This work has a legitimate place on your resume. It gives prospective employers an
important message about your soft skills, personality traits and talents such as work ethic, attitude,
and teamwork. Never underestimate the value of what you may think of as only a part-time job.
Here are examples of phrases that describe the types of work done by many students. Please review all
the sections to get ideas about language that you can adapt for bullet points on your own resume.
Administrative Positions & Campus Employment
Manage administrative tasks from data entry to appointment scheduling
Greet clients, manage phone system, and order office supplies
Compile and process detailed patient information for busy health care practice
Review email communication, prioritize time-sensitive issues, and direct inquiries to staff
Reduced time for order fulfillment by recommending and initiating new inventory system
Monitor library and respond to student inquiries about online and print resources

Wait Staff, Bartender & Tufts Dining Services

Manage dinner operations which serve more than 600 customers nightly
Supervise and train staff; manage scheduling for two shifts
Oversee closing procedures including transferring all cash to safe
Generate positive feedback from customers, resulting in favorable reviews by management
Promoted from Bar Back to Bartender based on performance and dependability
Collaborate with team of servers for catered events involving up to 500 guests
Sales & Customer Service
Increased sales by analyzing customer preferences and recommending merchandise
Recognized as Employee of the Week in commission-based environment
Manage cash transactions, process sales returns, and restock inventory
Train new employees, track inventory, and respond to customer inquiries
Camp Counseling, Classroom Assistance & Childcare

Planned and led educational, social, and athletic activities for children

Supervised pre-school children, organized group activities, communicated with parents

Create calendars, charts, bulletin boards, and other classroom visuals
Coach child with special needs to develop math, English, and social skills

Resident Assistant (RA)

Manage dormitory residence of 30 freshmen; counsel students and resolve conflicts
Design and implement programming for up to 250 students
Lead weekly meetings and community-building activities

Small Business & Entrepreneurial Ventures

Conceived and established organization to promote green initiatives on campus
Launched t-shirt company and built sales using social media and special events
Expand business by generating referrals from existing clients
Advise management on use of social media to target new markets
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Sample A: First Year/Sophomore Example

NAME
Local address phone number Tufts email

EDUCATION
Tufts University, Medford, MA
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, May xxxx
GPA: 3.32
Ridgedale High School, Ridgedale, NJ
Graduation: Date
National Honor Society member, Dates
EXPERIENCE
Tufts University Audiovisual Department, Medford, MA
Student Assistant, Dates
Coordinate logistics for campus events of up to 450 people
Videotape campus speakers and concerts and post on YouTube to broaden audience
Tufts University Jackson Gymnasium, Medford, MA
Student Assistant, Dates
Checked identification of gym patrons
Organized equipment room
South Shore Music Circus, Ridgedale, NJ
Secretary, Dates
Directed and documented all telephone inquiries and prepared monthly reports
Waiter, Dates
Organized orders at grill counter to ensure fast delivery
LEADERSHIP
Ridgedale High School Yearbook Committee
Chief Editor, Dates
Manage team of ten staff members
Review all submissions and oversee final edits for 100 page yearbook
ACTIVITIES
Tufts University Math Club, Dates
Ridgedale High School Math Society and Competitive Member, Dates
Ridgedale Community Service Club, Volunteer, Dates
COMPUTER SKILLS
Microsoft Office, STATA, FrontPage
INTERESTS
Documentary films, basketball, travel
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Sample B: First Year/Sophomore Example

NAME
Local address, phone number, Tufts email
EDUCATION
Tufts University, Medford, MA
Bachelor of Science in Psychology, expected May xxxx
G.P.A. 3.75, Deans List
Relevant Courses: Statistics for Psychology Majors, Personality Theories, Social Psychology
Saratoga Springs High School, Saratoga Springs, NY, June xxxx
Honors: Regents with Honors Diploma; President, Math Honor Society; Class Vice President
EXPERIENCE WITH CHILDREN
Leonard Carmichael Society, Tufts University, Tutor, September xxxx Present
Teach and mentor underprivileged children through Tufts service organization
Build relationship with nine-year-old child with special needs
Childrens Museum, Saratoga Springs, NY, Intern, Dates
Created and led child-friendly activities, addressing topics from science to art
Conducted tours, engaged children in discussion, educated parents about resources
Hudson Valley YMCA, Saratoga Springs, Teen Mentor, Dates
Facilitated small group discussions with teens about issues such as dating, fitness,
education and alcohol and drug awareness
Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE), New York, NY, Peer Leader, Dates
Collaborated with peers to alert children about risks of drugs, gangs, and violence
EMPLOYMENT
Serenity Housing, Ballston Spa, NY, Receptionist, Dates
Greeted clients, answered phones, assisted customers
Saratoga Performing Arts Center, Saratoga Springs, NY, Cashier, Dates
Managed cash transactions at busy concession stand; trained new staff
ACTIVITIES & ATHLETICS
Intramural Soccer, Tufts University, Player, Dates
Cross Country and Track Team, Saratoga Springs High School, Co-Captain, Dates
Psychology Club, Saratoga Springs High School, Vice President, Dates
Hudson Valley Food Pantry, Poughkeepsie, NY, Volunteer, Dates
SKILLS & INTERESTS
Technical: MS Excel, PowerPoint; AutoCAD
Language: Proficient in Spanish
Interests: Skiing, soccer, basketball, hiking, film

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Sample C

NAME
Local address, phone number, Tufts email
EDUCATION
Tufts University, Medford, MA
Bachelor of Arts Degree, May xxxx
Major: Economics Minor: Political Science
GPA: 3.41
PROJECT
Econometrics: Does Car Cost Affect Color Preference?
Used STATA to model relationship between car price and color choice
EXPERIENCE
Tufts Leadership Institute, Program Intern, Medford, MA, September xxxx - Present
Assist in developing and implementing programs and events, from logistics to publicity
Coordinate marketing campaign, promoting leadership programs to Tufts students
Educate Tufts community about value of student engagement
Fidelity Investments, Financial Services Division Intern, New York, NY, May - August xxxx
Conducted extensive research and evaluations for potential corporate sponsorships
of nonprofit organizations
Created web pages using HTML and JavaScript for Fidelity intranet website
Trained employees to use new intranet
LEADERSHIP
Black Mens Group, Events Chairman, Medford, MA, Dates
Recruit monthly guest speakers and organize awards banquet
Spirit of Color, Treasurer, Medford, MA, Dates
Manage all financial records for performing arts group
Oversee budget of $3000
All Stars, Founder and Coordinator, Philadelphia, PA, Dates
Founded program and expanded membership from 5 to over 50
Provided role models for inner-city youth in Greater Philadelphia area
Planned bi-monthly events for youth and mentors participating in program
SKILLS
Computer: Proficient in HTML; MS Office; Adobe Acrobat; FileMaker Pro; STATA
Language: Proficient in French, Conversational Spanish
INTERESTS
Investments, writing, web page creation, reading biographies of political leaders, travel
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Sample D
NAME

Local address phone number Tufts email

EDUCATION
Tufts University, Medford, MA
Bachelor of Arts in International Relations, expected May xxxx
Double Minor: Leadership Studies and Judaic Studies
GPA: 3.44, Deans List
Honors & Awards
Senior Award, Tufts Alumni Association, honoring academics, leadership and service, year
Joseph & Sara Stone Prize, Dean of Undergraduate Education, Judaic studies and humanitarianism, year
Honos Civicus Society, Jonathan M. Tisch College of Citizenship and Public Service, year
Student Leader of the Year, Tufts Office for Campus Life, year
Developing Leaders Conference, Tufts Office for Campus Life, year

ENTREPRENEURSHIP
OneWorld, Medford, MA, Founder and President, xxxx-present
Invest 25 hours weekly, managing 5 teams focusing on all logistics ranging from teamwork and work plan
development to proposal writing and global communication
Conceived and established organization that promotes student action to address global poverty
Plan events including global crafts bazaar, drawing 1,000 attendees
Develop relationships with faculty, staff, and students to gain funding and administrative support
WhatYouGot Clothing Company, New York, NY, Co-founder and Owner, Dates
Launched t-shirt company and sold shirts through street fairs, internet and various events
Created designs for shirts and for customized orders
Expanded markets by negotiating partnership with University club to generate business on campus

GLOBAL ACTIVISM
Ashoka, New York, NY, Latin America Diaspora Summer Associate, Dates
Developed the university strategy for Ashokas Latin America Diaspora Initiative in the U.S.
Researched in detail high profile potential investors for Ashoka
Tufts Hillel Berlin Trip, Medford, NY, Participant, Dates
Researched Berlins Jewish community and its post-Holocaust attitude
Engaged Tufts community in intercultural and related Holocaust programming

CAMPUS LEADERSHIP
Tufts Idea Exchange, Medford, MA, Leader, Dates
Organize interdisciplinary forum for selected faculty and students to share innovative ideas
Supervise the teams event-planning; coach student speakers on content and presentation skills
Undergraduate Orientation Office, Medford, MA, Orientation Leader, Dates
Advise fifteen incoming freshmen to ensure a smooth academic and social transition to Tufts
Tufts Hillel Scholars Program, Medford, MA, Participant, Dates
Participate in a forum on philosophical discussions with Jewish thinkers and writers

SKILLS & INTERESTS

Language: Native Spanish, Proficient in French and Hebrew
Travel: Egypt, Israel, Jordan, Morocco, Spain, Venezuela
Computer: Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint
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Sample E
Name
Local address phone number Tufts email
EDUCATION
Tufts University, Medford, MA
Bachelor of Arts anticipated May xxxx
Major: Psychology Minor: Mass Communication GPA 3.54
Capstone Senior Media Project: Media Around Us: A Media Literacy Magazine for Preschool Students
Sweet Briar Junior Year Program, Sevilla, Spain, all classes in Spanish, Jan.-May xxxx
Tufts-in-Talloires, six-week study program in French Alps, MacJannet Scholar, May-June xxxx
MEDIA EXPERIENCE
Imaginet Marketing and Advertising Club, Tufts University, Co-President, Sept. xxxx-present
Recruited 25 new student members and 5 new campus and community clients
Collaborated with team on logo and brochure development to promote media studies program
Tufts Daily, Medford, MA, Reporter, Features Editor and Editorial Board Member, Dates
Reported twice weekly on campus hard news and arts events; supervised staff of 6 feature writers
Met daily with Editorial Board members to determine and write newspaper editorial opinions
Somerville Gazette, Somerville, MA, Reporter Intern, Dates
Covered local news for newspaper and website, including features and community events
Took photos and video while reporting
Prepared multimedia packages and slideshows for website, using Photoshop and editing software

WBZ-TV/CBS, Boston, MA, Newsroom Intern, Dates

Reported directly to Managing Editor and Producer in television newsroom

Contributed to morning and afternoon staff meetings where coverage and line-up were determined
Shadowed reporters in field; observed editing of news stories for air

Charles River Films, Boston, MA, Video Assistant and Clerical Support, Dates
Worked with team on 3 shoots in field; Logged and edited film
EMPLOYMENT
Fire & Ice, Cambridge, MA, Waitress, Dates
Cousens Pool, Tufts University, Lifeguard and Swimming Instructor, Dates
Lakeside Day Camp, Wellesley MA, Waterfront and Arts Counselor, Dates
SKILLS & INTERESTS
Computer: Proficient in Final Cut Pro; Adobe InDesign, Photoshop; Microsoft Office
Language: Fluent in Spanish, Conversational French
Interests: Digital photography, screenwriting, songwriting, tap dancing, skiing, travel (18 countries, 3 continents)

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Sample F
NAME
Address Phone number Tufts email
EDUCATION
Tufts University, Medford, MA
Bachelor of Science in Biology, May xxxx
GPA: 3.5
Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ
Organic Chemistry Courses, DATE
RELEVANT COURSES & SKILLS
Courses: Microbiology with lab, Physiology II, Genetics, Experiments in Physiology, Graduate Seminar: Cell
Signaling, Healthcare in America, Organic Chemistry
Laboratory Skills & Techniques: Plasmid DNA Isolation, preparation of Agarose and SDS gel
electrophoresis, immunoprecipitation, sterile technique, myoblast and fibroblast tissue culture, lambda
phage and plasmid purification restriction and mapping, bacterial sub-cloning and transformation,
determination of rate of protein synthesis in vivo through radioactive markers
UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
International Social Insect Research Facility (ISIRF), Tufts University Department of Biology
Research Assistant, DATES
Developed novel technique for tethering flying hymenopterans to quantify maximum sustainable
flight load
Evaluated use of size as proxy for fitness in P.dominulus by linking foraging ability to foundress size
Investigated subordinate choice in P.dominulus in terms of foraging ability and potential threat to
dominance
NSF Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU), Tufts University Department of Biology
Research Intern, DATES
Assisted in collaborative project entitled: Integrative approaches to studying recognition systems in
cells, organisms, and populations
Modeled P.dominulus prey foraging in terms of behavioral probabilities
Assembled and maintained enclosures designed to house multiple A.apis hives and P.dominulus nests
PUBLICATIONS
Prey Foraging Behavior of the European Paper Wasp (P.dominulus) Author & Author, expected to be
published as note in Journal of Ethology YEAR
Foraging Abilitys Relationship to Size and Reproductive Fitness in the paper wasp P.dominuluss. Author
& Author, expected to be published as note in Journal of Behavioral Ecology YEAR
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS & ACTIVITIES
Tufts University Biology Department, Teaching Assistant, DATES
American Institute of Biological Sciences, Student Member, DATES
Tufts Biomedical Engineering Society, Member, DATES
Tufts Culinary Society, Member, DATES
COMPUTER SKILLS
Microsoft Excel (including VBA), PowerPoint; HTML
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Sample G
NAME
Address Phone number Tufts email

EDUCATION
Tufts University, Medford, MA
Bachelor of Arts in American Studies, DATE
GPA: 3.6
Honors: Deans List, 2/5 semesters; Recipient of American Studies Department Ted Shapiro Award
UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH
Senior Special Project: The Leo Mazzone Effect Tufts University, DATES
Conducted research on Atlanta Braves pitching Coach Leo Mazzone and presented paper to Tufts class,
The Analysis of Baseball: Statistics and Sabermetrics
Presented research project to more than 100 members at Society of American Baseball Research
(SABR) Convention, Toronto, Ontario, Canada; project was covered by The New York Times, The
Canadian Post, Baseball Think Factory and Hardball Times
Funded by Ted Shapiro Award, research grant for undergraduates in American Studies Department
A Roadmap for Success: Building a Winning Franchise in Tampa Bay DATES
Conducted research and summarized results in paper on building and improving Tampa Bay Devil Rays
Received letter of acknowledgement and thanks from team President Matthew Silverman
SPORTS EXPERIENCE
Cleveland Indians Baseball Club, Cleveland, OH
Guest Services Representative, DATES
Provided exceptional customer service; answered questions, provided directions, and ensured
enjoyable experience for guests at Jacobs Field
Interacted with other departments, including Host/Greeter, Promotions (Carnegie Cruisers), Security,
and Premium Seating
Marketing Intern, DATES
Assisted in packaging and distribution of promotional items
Baseball Analysis at Tufts (BAT), Medford, MA
Club Founder & President, DATES
Founded first and only college level baseball analysis club
Managed budget and advertising, hosted biweekly club meetings, and facilitated campus-wide events
Coordinated and hosted various guest speakers such as Alan Schwarz, Bill James, and Gordon Edes, for
more than 150 audience members
ACTIVITIES & PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
Society for American Baseball Research, Member, DATES
Intramural Soccer, Tufts University, DATES
COMPUTER SKILLS
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint; Adobe PhotoShop; SPSS statistical software

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Sample H
NAME
Local address
Tufts email phone number
EDUCATION
Tufts University, Medford, MA
Bachelor of Arts, May xxxx
Major: International Relations, concentration in Global Health Minor: Political Science
GPA: 3.62, Deans List all semesters
Senior Honors Thesis: Israeli Water Policy from the Six-Day War to Present
School for International Training, Jaipur, India, Date
Project: Researched and wrote in-depth analysis of clean water supply in city of Jaipur, India
NEWS & PUBLIC AFFAIRS EXPERIENCE
American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC), Washington, DC
New England Region Intern, Dates
Researched Middle Eastern government policy, organized voting records, coordinated donor
outreach project, planned and organized lobbying efforts for Boston students
Coordinated and led panel at AIPACs Non Partisan Student Campaign Training Institute, Kennedy
School of Government, Harvard University
Spoke at AIPACs Saban Conference and led workshop titled The College Democrats and College
Republicans Role in the Political Process
Rock the Vote, Boston, MA
Press Runner, Dates
Volunteered for CNN at Rock the Vote Democratic debates in Boston
Transported scripts and media clippings for debate moderator
LEADERSHIP
Tufts College Republicans, Medford, MA
Secretary, Dates
Coordinated advertising and outreach efforts on campus and with local media
Created and distributed bi-monthly newsletter
Organized and facilitated new member events designed to increase student involvement
Invited as student guest of Republican National Conventions winter meeting in Washington, DC
Tufts Hillel, Medford, MA
Executive Board Member, Dates
Planned and organized series of four workshops designed to educate campus community about
Israels role in Middle East conflict
Communicated weekly with cultural and religious groups on campus regarding Hillels upcoming
events in effort to promote collaboration and intercultural understanding
Produced Hillel Monthly Events Calendar using Adobe Page Maker
SKILLS
Computer: MS Excel, Publisher; Adobe Page Maker
Languages: Proficient in French and Hebrew
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Sample I

Name
Address, City, State Zip Cell Phone E-Mail

EDUCATION
Tufts University
Medford, MA
Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Minor in Entrepreneurial Leadership
Expected May xxxx
GPA: 3.55/4.00 SAT: Math SAT I, 800; Writing SAT I, 750; Math II SAT Subject Test, 780
Relevant Courses: Financial Accounting and Corporate Finance, Econometric Analysis, Financial Economics,
Quantitative Microeconomic Theory, Monetary Economics, International Finance, Entrepreneurial Finance,
Programming for Business Applications, Statistics, Data Structures, Calculus
Modeling and DCF Valuation using Excel: Two day seminar taught by Wall Street Prep, November xxxx

WORK EXPERIENCE
GE Capital Real Estate
Norwalk, CT
Risk Management Intern, Global Valuations Team
June xxxx August xxxx
Compiled comprehensive database of closed and active Non-Performing Loan Deals dating back to 1990 resulting in
identification of $10B in GE Commitment, 80 borrowers, and 5000 assets
Completed data mining, analysis, and chart creation for new product proposal seeking to introduce 80% Loan-ToValue option in Canada
Collaborated with Risk Associates to compile Base Debt Book for Q2 which allowed them to run Debt Pricing
Economics Model (DPEM) in order to value future debt acquisitions
Conducted appraisal research and site inspection mapping for 15 debt properties across different portfolios as part of
$250MM deal brought in by originations team
Delivered final presentation to panel of Chief Risk Officers and Managing Directors working in various GE Capital
functions highlighting my accomplishments, takeaways, and suggestions for future undergraduate interns
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA
Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU), NSF-Funded
May xxxx August xxxx
Managed research team of three undergraduate students in fast-paced, high-intensity, and stressful lab environment and
delivered capstone presentation of research findings to supervisor
Analyzed data using spreadsheets, database tools, and statistical modeling to draw conclusions which resulted in lab
proceeding with design project for automobile platform to optimize fuel efficiency and minimize gasoline costs

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Office of Residential Life and Learning, Tufts University
Medford, MA
Resident Assistant
August xxxx Present
Oversee and advise 40 undergraduate students, organize floor programs, and help resolve personal, academic, and
administrative issues
Monitor 2 dormitories, ensuring the safety and security of 300 residents
Participate in extensive training focused on community building and conflict resolution

ACTIVITIES, SKILLS & INTERESTS

Student Ambassador: Tufts University Advancement Division, December xxxx Present
Computer Ability: C++, VBA for Excel, MATLAB, Stata
Languages: Fluent in Spanish (Graduate of Two-Way Bilingual Program)
Interests: Classical Piano, Short Track Speed Skating (National Level), Films, Travel, Tennis, Hockey
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Sample J
Name
Current Address, phone number, Tufts email
EDUCATION
Tufts University, Medford, MA
Bachelor of Arts in Community Health and Spanish, May xxxx
GPA: 3.47
Tufts in Madrid, Spain, Dates
LANGUAGES
Fluent in Mandarin Chinese, Taiwanese, and Spanish
COMMUNITY HEALTH EXPERIENCE
Cambridge Health Alliance, Somerville, MA, Intern, May xxxx-Present
Conduct grant research for child obesity project targeting adolescent girls with healthy living campaign
Translate in Spanish and assist with site visits for obesity-related research involving stores and restaurants
Compile data from sources such as Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance,
and Institute for Community Health for Well Being Somerville
Gain first-hand knowledge of at-risk population by attending community meetings about fitness initiatives
Improved communication skills for effective advocacy by participating in Writing for Social Change workshops
Women, Infants and Children (WIC), Cambridge, MA, Volunteer, Dates
Wrote copy for online nutrition education program sponsored by federally funded health program
Learned about healthy diets for prenatal and perinatal women by shadowing nutritionist
Public Health at Tufts (PHAT), Medford, MA, Vice President, Dates
Co-facilitated Healthy Week of events, ranging from Thank You for Smoking movie screening to literacy initiative
Collaborated with campus Health Advisor to design and deliver promotional campaign
PUBLISHED ARTICLES
Required Reading, Copy Editor, Volume II Issue I, Dates
Edit text for health and human rights magazine
Voces Voci Voix, Contributor, Volume III, Date
Wrote and published article, The Night of the Earthquake
Community Health Program Newsletter, Contributing Writer and Editor, Dates
Researched, interviewed, and wrote articles on health and wellness
LEADERSHIP & SERVICE
Asian American Center, Tufts University, Medford, MA, Peer Leader, Dates
Facilitate freshmen orientation activities and present workshops on race and ethnicity
Taiwanese Association for Students at Tufts, Medford, MA, Vice President, Dates
Won Herald Award for Best Publicity of the Year by organizing innovative cultural events
National Taiwan University Hospital, Taipei City, Taiwan, Volunteer, Dates
American Cancer Society, Boston, MA, Volunteer, Dates
Raised $1,200 for Relay for Life

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Sample K

Name
Address, Phone number, Tufts email

EDUCATION

Tufts University, Medford, MA

Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science, May xxxx
Minor: Music Engineering
GPA 3.53, Deans List

TECHNICAL
SKILLS

Software/Tools: Microsoft Office; AutoCAD, MATLAB, GarageBand, ProTools, Sibelius,

Reason, Digital Performer
Programming Languages: Visual Basic, C/C++, Java, Python

RELEVANT
COURSES &
PROJECTS

Computer Architecture; The Art of Commercial Software Development; Programming

Languages; Music Apps on the iPad; Intro to Software Design and Analysis; Music
Information Retrieval; Music & Art of Engineering; Computer Tools for Musicians; Acoustics
Electronic Musical Instrument
Designed and built electronic musical instrument with two other teammates
Programmed computer to interpret signals based on colors pressed by musician
Problem Solving Through Software Design
Designed program that simulated navigation over Earth's surface
Built software program that simulated and visualized how plants grow

EXPERIENCE

Stevenson Lumber Co., Stevenson, CT

Dates
Yard Helper/Delivery Truck Driver
Promoted to delivery truck driver from yard helper after 6 weeks based on performance
and dependability
River Restaurant, Derby, CT
Dates
Waiter/Bar Back
Interacted with wait staff and bartenders to produce quality teamwork and open
communication during peak business hours
Demonstrated adaptability to high pressure environment with strict time constraints

VOLUNTEER
ACTIVITIES

Kids Day, Tufts University

Toys for Tots, Tufts University
Big Brother/Big Sister, Boston, MA
No Homers Club, Dodge Ball Benefit Game, Tufts University

Dates
Dates
Dates
Dates

ATHLETICS

Tufts University Varsity Football

NESCAC All-Academic Team
NESCAC First Team Special Teams
All NESCAC Second Team Defensive Back
Tufts University Varsity Track
Recreational: snowboarding, skiing, hiking, basketball, golf, and swimming

Dates

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SAMPLE LIST OF REFERENCES

NAME
Current/School Address City, State, Zip Phone Email
REFERENCES
Mr. George Smith
Marketing Director
Ad Company
540 Lexington St.
Waltham, MA 02542
781.555.6117
gsmith@ad.com
Mr. Smith supervised my employment for two years at Ad Company.

Use the same name/address

heading that you have on your
resume for your list of references.

Dr. Carla Johnson

Department of Economics
Tufts University
Medford, MA 02155
617.555.2307
Carla.Johnson@tufts.edu
Dr. Johnson is my Academic Advisor at Tufts University, where she guides me in making decisions about my major course of
study. She is also a member of my senior thesis committee.
Ms. Gale Mitchell
Always list a telephone number as it
Training Supervisor
is most likely that your references
XYZ Company
will want to discuss your previous
49 Brattle St
performance in a phone call.
Cambridge, MA 02138
617.555.2222
gmitchell@xyz.com
Ms. Mitchell was my manager at XYZ Company, and she can best describe my customer service and retail experience.

WHAT IS A LIST OF REFERENCES & WHEN WILL I NEED ONE?

Most employers will ask for references, which entail a phone conversation with someone who knows your work. In
some instances, employers may require written recommendations and will specify this in their job posting.
Be ready to offer three references from current or former employers, professors who have taught one or more of your
courses, and others who have supervised or worked with you in a professional context. Do not list family members,
neighbors, friends and other personal contacts unless they have supervised your work in a professional or academic
setting.
Check with your references before you give their contact info to a prospective employer. Provide them with a copy of
your resume, a job description, and the highlights of your work with them that are relevant to the new position.
Use the same name/address heading as you do on your resume in case it gets separated from your resume and the
same color/quality paper for the reference sheet if submitting in hard copy.

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