What is the purpose of A RESUME(1 or 2 page)

Designed by Shampa Biswas, PhD Candidate, Washington State University, Pullman.

The purpose of a resume is to provide a snapshot of the educational, technical, and organizational skills of the academic and professional journey. It includes educational, professional, organizational, communal, and voluntary accomplishments, memberships, and connections in one or two pages. A resume is appropriate to apply for any job positions.

The following questions will guide one to write a complete Resume:

·         What is your name, affiliated institutions, phone, cell, and     email address?

·         What is the objective of your resume?

·         What is the list of educational experiences?

·         What is the list of professional experiences?

·         What is the list of technical skills and experiences?

·         What is the list of publications?

·         What is the list of professional membership?