Resume Do's and
Don'ts
Don'ts
This section of your resume should be listed first and include your degree, university, and expected graduation date.
Education section
This term refers to researching and understanding industries, roles, and companies that interest you
Career Exploration
This online job and internship platform is Binghamton’s version of Handshake.
HireBing
You should always research this before an interview so you can speak knowledgeably about its mission and values.
The company or organization
This online platform allows you to connect with alumni and professionals in your field.
You should start each bullet point with one of these types of words to show action and impact.
Action verbs
Joining student clubs, professional organizations, or leadership roles on campus helps you learn about different industries while building transferable skill
What is getting involved in campus organizations?
This tool helps you schedule career advising appointments, find job postings, and register for career fairs.
Handshake
When asked “Tell me about yourself,” focus on your education, experience, and this third area that connects you to the role.
Career goals or interests
True or False: Networking is only for people who already have a job.
False
True or False: It’s okay to include a photo of yourself on your resume
False
Speaking with this campus professional can help you connect your major to possible career paths.
What is an academic or career advisor?
This office on campus helps students with resumes, interviews, and exploring majors and careers.
Fleishman Career Center
What does the method (S-T-A-R) that helps you answer behavioral questions clearly and effectively stand for?
Situation, Task, Action, Result
These short, 30-second introductions help you confidently explain who you are and what you’re looking for.
Elevator Pitch
To make your resume concise, it’s best to keep it to this maximum length for college students or recent grads.
One page
Many students gain clarity on their goals by finding someone they admire and asking them how they reached their current position — a form of this relationship.
What is mentorship?
These online pathways organize career resources by theme or field to make exploration easier.
Career Clusters
True or False: It’s okay to ask about salary in the first round of interviews.
False
This type of event allows students to meet employers face-to-face, practice communication, and learn about opportunities.
Career Fair
What order should dates of experiences be listed as?
Reverse Chronological Order
This person can help with Career Exploration directly in your residential community?
What is RSES
This online tool helps you learn about your work interests, personality, and values to find fitting careers.
FOCUS 2
True or False: "What does success look like in this role?" and "Can you tell me about the team culture?" are appropriate questions to ask at the end of the interview
True
A good networking email should be polite, professional, and include this type of request.
Request for an informational interview