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- Before you begin your job search, you will need to prepare a
- resume. The resume is often called a vita, data sheet, or a brief.
- Regardless of what it is called, it is a history of your work and
- educational experiences. Your resume should list your name,
- address, and telephone number at the top. After that, many people
- describe the kind of job for which they are looking. The next
- area will either be work experience or educational background.
- The one you choose to place first should be the one that you feel
- is your stronger area.
- Awards, offices held, voluntary work, and such should be
- listed only if they are directly related to the type of job you
- are seeking. Personal data should be placed toward the bottom of
- the resume. You may include your birth date, marital status,
- health status, and other personal information. You should never
- include your race or religion. Doing so may disqualify you from
- many positions.
- The last section of the resume should be reserved for
- references. You should list at least three people who are not
- related to you but are familiar with your character.