Resume Building

True and False

100

Employers take about 10 minutes to review the applicants resume. 

False. 15-20 seconds min, 45 secs max

200

Resumes should typically not exceed 1 page. 

True. Try your best to fit in your experiences that are most relevant to the position you are applying for. 

300

you should list your work/ volunteer experiences from most recent to oldest

true

400

you should use present tense when describing past experiences

false. use past tense when describing past experiences

500

you are required to attach your cover letter to your resume when applying for a job. 

false. some employers may require this, but it is not mandatory (usually). it is always beneficial to attach one though. 

Basics

100

a ______ is a one to two page account of a persons education, work/ volunteer experience, certifications, awards.

resume