Resume 101
This is the section at the top of your resume that includes your name, phone number, and email address.
What is the contact information?
What is the most common resume format that lists your work experience starting with the most recent job?
What is the chronological format?
This section shows where you’ve worked, your job titles, and your responsibilities.
What is work experience?
Your resume should always be exactly one page, no matter your experience level.
False - One page is ideal for early-career professionals, but two pages is acceptable if you have extensive experience.
Should you use a professional email address (like yourname@gmail.com) on your resume?
Do — A professional email helps you look polished and trustworthy.
This common resume format highlights your work history in reverse chronological order
What is the chronological resume?
Which resume format focuses on skills and abilities rather than work history, and is often used by career changers?
What is the functional format?
This section highlights your academic background, including schools attended and degrees earned.
What is education?
You should tailor your resume for each job you apply to.
True — Customizing your resume to match the job description increases your chances of getting noticed.
Should you include personal information like your age, marital status, or a headshot (in the U.S.)?
Don’t — That info isn’t needed and can even lead to bias.
What is the main purpose of a resume when applying for a job?
What is to showcase your qualifications and experience to help you get an interview?
What is the name of the resume format that combines both skills and work history sections?
What is the combination (or hybrid) format?
This part of the resume lists your abilities and expertise, such as software proficiency or leadership.
What are skills?
It's okay to use generic phrases like “hard worker” or “team player” without examples.
False — You should back up those claims with specific accomplishments or situations
Should you use action verbs like “managed,” “created,” or “led” when describing your experience?
Do — Action verbs make your accomplishments more impactful.
How long do hiring managers typically spend reviewing a resume on the first pass?
What is 6 to 8 seconds?
In a professional resume, what is the typical font size range recommended for body text?
What is 10 to 12 points?
This optional section can show off awards, volunteer work, or hobbies relevant to the job.
What are additional sections or extracurricular activities?
Including your GPA is important if you graduated recently and it's strong.
True — Especially within the last few years, a good GPA (usually 3.5 or above) can boost your resume.
Should you lie or exaggerate your experience to match a job posting?
Don’t — It’s risky and can lead to serious consequences if discovered.
What should you include on your resume to help match keywords from a job posting?
What are keywords and phrases from the job description that match your skills and experience?
True or False — Using multiple fonts and lots of colors helps make your resume stand out in a good way.
False — Clean, consistent formatting is more professional and ATS-friendly.
Placed near the top, this brief section summarizes your career goals and what you bring to the role
What is the resume summary or objective?
You should list every job you've ever had, even if it's not relevant.
False — Only include jobs that are relevant or help show transferable skills.
Should you proofread your resume multiple times before submitting it?
Do — Typos can make you look careless, so always double-check!