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Tributary Relations between the Nguyen and Qing Dynasties: An Examination of Vietnam\u27s Diplomatic Submission (1802-1885)

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Resume Guide 
A worksheet and sample resumes for 
the job applicant 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
 
 
 
 
For more information, please contact Career Services: 
https://www.parkland.edu/CareerServices 
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Resume Worksheet 
This worksheet is designed to help you gather useful information to include in your resume.    
 We have used a chronological  format since it is preferred by most employers 
 We recommend using a blank Word document (not a template because these are 
usually difficult to edit) 
 Resumes have a language and style all their own no long p  
__________________________________________________________________________________ 
 
Your Name 
Address (optional) 
Telephone number 
Email address 
 
Objective (optional) Since objectives tend to state what you want rather than what the employer 
wants, we recommend starting with a Qualifications Summary instead (see below). If you choose to 
utilize an objective, it should give focus to the resume and let the employer know what sort of position 
you are seeking.  
(e.g.) 
istrative assistant position utilizing my organizational, customer service and 
 
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Objective___________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________ 
 
Summary of Qualifications (optional, but highly recommended)   
A summary spotlights your most impressive and relevant accomplishments, skills, and experience. 
This is an effective way to let the employer know that your skills and qualifications match their needs.  
These statements also answer the interview question   Be genuine, and if 
possible, use language that matches the job announcement.  
(e.g.) 
B.S. degree in business with over eight years successful management experience  
Highly organized, with the ability to efficiently balance many projects at once 
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills 
Honest, reliable and hard working 
Bilingual teaching experience: Spanish/English 
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___________________________________________________________________________ 
___________________________________________________________________________ 
 
 
 
 
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Make sure you bold your 
name so it stands out! 
      
Education
If you have attended more than one college, list the most relevant/recent degree or training first.   
 
College/Institution name  City, State 
Degree (or certificate)   Graduation date (  
 
Honors and awards (academic scholarships, leadership awards, GPA (if over 3.0) 
Relevant Coursework (specific courses or programs relevant to the position). 
 
 _____________________________  _____________________________ 
 _____________________________  _____________________________ 
 _____________________________  _____________________________ 
 
**In most cases, omit high school information if you have attended college.  It is acceptable to include high 
school information that is relevant or gives you a competitive advantage (e.g. four years of welding). 
 
Work Experience  
List employment in reverse chronological order (present or most recent position first).  Internships may 
also be included in this section. 
 
Employer/Organization        City/ State 
Job title    Dates (month and year) 
 
Job duties/ responsibilities Begin phrases with strong action words (see Resume Language and 
Action Verbs list, pages 5 and 6).  Use present tense for current job duties (e.g. ) and past 
tense for past job duties (e.g. ed )! 
 
Include promotions, accomplishments, knowledge or skills acquired 
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__________________________________________________________________________________ 
 
Employer/Organization  City/ State 
Job title    Dates (month and year) 
 
Job duties/ responsibilities 
Promotions, accomplishments, etc. 
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________ 
 
**Continue to list employment--include experience within the last ten years or your last 4-5 jobs 
 
 
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(Other possible headings)
Community Service
(e.g. volunteer experience, PTA, coaching, committee work) 
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________ 
 
Activities/Accomplishments  
(e.g. student government, clubs, scholarships, awards)  
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________ 
Professional Organizations 
 
Professional Development/ Workshops 
 
Additional Tips 
 As a general rule, use a font size between 10 and 12 points 
 Use an email address that is professional and reliable 
 If you have a web portfolio or a profile on a professional networking site such as LinkedIn, 
include the URL as part of your contact information 
 If you are a new graduate, strive for a one page resume 
 Load your resume with keywords and language used in your career field 
 Make sure your college name and degree program are stated correctly! 
 Be sure to SAVE your resume!  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Sample Reference List 
 
 References are not usually included in your resume. However, it is a good idea to have a reference list 
available in case you are asked 
 Use professional references only (work or education related) 
 Make sure you ask permission before including someone as your reference! 
 
 
Your Name 
Address (optional) 
Telephone number 
Email address 
 
 
Dr. Linda Kunce 
Assistant Professor of Psychology 
Illinois Wesleyan University 
P.O. Box 2900 
Bloomington, IL 61702 
309.556.3663 
lkunce@titan.iwu.edu 
Ms. Michelle Jones 
Human Resources Director 
XYZ  Technology 
111 Dover Lane, Suite 200 
St. Louis, MO 63121 
314.935.2222 
mjones@xyz.com 
 
 
 
 
Professor Gerald Olson 
Associate Professor of Accounting and  
Chairperson of Business Administration 
Illinois Wesleyan University 
P.O. Box 2900 
Bloomington, IL 61702 
309.556.3170 
golson@titan.iwu.edu 
Sue Stroyan 
Associate Professor 
University Librarian 
Illinois Wesleyan University 
P.O. Box 2900 
Bloomington, IL 61702 
309.556.3172 
sstroyan@titan.iwu.edu  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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This heading should match 
your resume heading. 
      
Resume Language 
 
Employers generally scan resumes quickly, therefore job duties should be listed starting with strong 
action verbs. Examples nalyzed research reports.
Numbers also strength erved an average of 30 customers per hour  
rote and edited reports of over 12,000 words, andled average cash sales of $2000.00 per 
 
 
 
Resume Action Words 
 
Accelerate 
Accomplish 
Achieve 
Administer 
Advise 
Analyze 
Approve 
Arrange 
Assist 
Budget 
Build 
Calculate 
Chair 
Collaborate 
Communicate 
Complete 
Conduct 
Construct 
Consult 
Contribute 
Control 
Coordinate 
Counsel 
Create 
Deliver 
Demonstrate 
Design 
Develop 
Diagnose 
Direct 
Distribute 
Edit 
Educate 
Encourage 
Engage 
Establish 
Evaluate 
Examine 
Explain 
Facilitate 
Generate 
Guide 
Implement 
Improve 
Increase 
Influence 
Initiate 
Instruct 
Insure 
Integrate 
Interpret 
Interview 
Investigate 
Lecture 
Lead 
Manage 
Monitor 
Motivate 
Order 
Organize 
Oversee 
Participate 
Perform 
Persuade 
Plan 
Present 
Produce 
Program 
Provide 
Purchase 
Recommend 
Reduce 
Reinforce 
Reorganize 
Repair 
Represent 
Responsible for 
Review 
Revise 
Schedule 
Solve 
Sponsor 
Streamline 
Summarize 
Supervise 
Teach 
Train 
Translate 
Troubleshoot 
Update 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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If you are thinking of using these Word(s)/Phrase(s) You might consider:
 
Set up/Start up Arrange, Engineer, Establish, Found, Initiate, 
Introduce, Invent, Launch, Organize, 
Spearhead 
 
Put together Accumulate, Arrange, Assemble, Collect, 
Compile, Construct, Coordinate, Organize 
 
Write Compose, Draft, Formulate 
 
Keep track Monitor, Record 
 
Keep up Maintain 
 
Help Assist, Support 
 
Watch over Oversee, Supervise 
 
Lead Conduct, Direct, Guide, Head 
 
Make Create, Design, Develop, Devise, Establish, 
Formulate, Invent, Produce 
 
Make better Improve, Overhaul, Remodel, Restructure, 
Revise, Revitalize, Streamline, Strengthen, 
Transform, Upgrade 
 
Make bigger Enlarge, Expand, Increase 
 
Check or Check over Analyze, Examine, Inspect, Monitor, Review, 
Verify 
 
Make sure Assure, Ensure 
 
Give Present, Provide, Supply 
 
Give out Distribute 
 
Show Demonstrate, Display 
 
Show how Instruct 
 
Fill out Complete 
 
Get Acquire, Obtain, Secure 
 
Resume Action Words/Phrases
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Jessica Ortega 
2733 NE 95th Street 
Seattle, WA 98105 
(217) 123-4567 
jortega@gmail2.com 
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS: 
3 years experience in computer lab and network administration 
Demonstrated customer service experience in various settings 
Work well independently and in team projects 
Japanese:  fluent reading and listening; basic conversational skills 
Computer Skills:  Proficient in C/C++, HTML, HML, Microsoft Office, Windows NT, LAN, web design 
(http://students.washington.edu/ggute) 
EDUCATION: 
 
University of Washington, Seattle, WA 
BS in Informatics, GPA: 3.5/4.0,  June 20XX 
Coursework includes study of information systems and technology with a human-centered approach:  Informatics 
Fundamentals, Database Management, Information Retrieval, Information Systems Analysis and Design, Research in 
Informatics, Compute Networks, Distributed Applications 
Study Abroad:  Keio University, Tokyo, Japan, Spring 20XX  Winter 20XX   
One-year exchange program, resided with host-family 
 
RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE: 
Computer Lab Assistant, University of Washington, Winter 20XX to present 
Provide instructional assistance in an ultra-modern computer lab. 
Network Administrator, Crescent High School, Crescent, WA, January 20XX  June 20XX 
Aided teachers and students on proper use of computers. 
 computer network. 
LAN installation and maintenance using Microsoft NT. 
Web design (www.crescent.edu). 
OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE: 
Customer Service Specialist, ComUSA, Seattle, WA, Summer 20XX 
Shift Leader, Video Update, Seattle, WA, May 20XX  January 20XX 
Waiter, Family Kitchen, Bothell, WA, Summer 20XX 
ACTIVITIES AND AWARDS: 
Member, National Society of Collegiate Scholars, University of Washington, 20XX  present 
ASUW Crime Prevention Committee, UW, 20XX  20XX 
Varsity Football Team, East Japan Conference Champions, Keio University, 20XX 
Valedictorian, Crescent High School, 20XX 
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Jessica Ortega 
(217) 123-4567
jortega@gmail2.com
 
Summary of Qualifications 
Reliable, Persistent, and Organized 
Exceptional written and oral communication skills 
Proficient in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) 
Vice-President of Parkland College Student Education Association 
Education 
Parkland College         Champaign, IL 
A.S. in Elementary Education       Currently enrolled 
GPA: 3.8/4.0 
 
Related Coursework: Introduction to Education; Introduction to Educational  
Technology; Introduction to Psychology 
Fieldwork Experience 
Bottenfield Elementary        Champaign, IL 
2nd grade classroom of 25 students         January 2015-May 2015 
Completed 30 hours of observation 
Assisted teacher with daily prep work 
Supervised 2-3 students daily on individual tasks 
Work Experience 
Red Lobster          Champaign, IL 
Server           August 2013-present 
Provide friendly customer service 
Ensure safe handling of food 
Complete cash/credit transactions 
         Tolono, IL 
Server/Front Staff         April 2012-August 2013 
Trained kitchen staff on proper equipment use 
Cleaned and organized eating, service, and kitchen areas 
Portioned, arranged, and garnished food 
Volunteer Experience/Organizations 
Parkland College Student Education Association (PCSEA)    Champaign, IL 
Vice-President        January 2015-present 
 Attend meetings and participate in conferences 
 Develop agenda items  
 
Champaign County Humane Society       Urbana, IL 
Volunteer          April 2012-present 
 Assist supervisor with animal care 
 
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Jessica Ortega 
2733 NE 95th Street        (217) 123-4567 
Seattle, WA 98105           jortega@gmail2.com 
Objective 
To obtain an internship position in the computer science field  
Qualifications 
Dedicated individual with the ability to identify problems, provide solutions, plan and organize tasks, and work in 
groups.  
Education  
Hudson Community College            Jersey City, NJ 
Associate in Science: Computer Science      September 2012-present 
Related Coursework: C/C++, Java, Cisco, Linux, Web Design: Dreamweaver/XHTML/CSS, 
Microsoft Network Operating Systems (PowerPoint, Excel, MS Word, Access) 
Internship Experience 
Hudson Community College            Jersey City, NJ 
Computer Lab Assistant             August 2014-present 
Assist students with their computer problems 
Maintain the computer stations by updating software programs 
Provide an organized learning environment 
Label and displayed materials and information related to the lab 
Work Experience 
Import/Export Clover Company           Jersey City, NJ 
Secretary             August 2010-December 2012 
Answered telephone calls 
Assisted the manager with correspondence 
Managed filing, faxing, copying, and other clerical tasks 
Used Outlook calendar function to make appointments and organize events 
Maintained the database 
Honors/Awards 
Member, National Society of Collegiate Scholars, Hudson Community College  2015 
Hudson Community College Board of Trustee Scholarship Recipient   2012 
References 
Available upon request 
 
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Jessica Ortega
2733 NE 95th Street* Seattle, WA 98105* (217) 123-4567 * jortega@gmail2.com
EDUCATION 
Bachelor of Science in Social Work                                   Anticipated April 20XX 
University of Mary, Bismarck, ND 
Minor: Psychology 
GPA:  3.8 
 
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS 
Licensed Social Work                 Anticipated July 20XX 
Crisis Intervention 
CPR/First Aid 
 
INTERNSHIPS  
Social Work & Guidance Counselor Intern                                 January - April 20XX 
Bismarck Public Schools, Bismarck, ND 
 Facilitated counseling groups of 3-5 students covering topics such as social, training, and study skills 
 Promoted individual programming and behavior modification for children who are challenged behaviorally and 
emotionally 
 Observed students in the classroom setting to count and chart behaviors 
 Used clinical skills to draw conclusions from all the testing and evaluation tools 
 
Residence Counselor Intern              January - August 20XX 
ND Youth Correctional Center, Mandan, ND 
 Implemented services for youth with behavioral challenges 
 Promoted individual programming and behavior modifications 
 Instructed life skills training for youth and implemented individual counseling and assessment services 
RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE 
Personal Care Attendant                      September 20XX - Present 
Youthworks, Bismarck, ND 
 
OTHER EXPERIENCE 
Tutor                 August 20XX - Present 
U-Mary Student Support Services, Bismarck, ND 
Fitness Instructor                        June 20XX - August 20XX 
YMCA, Bismarck, ND 
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT 
National Council Against Violence of Women and Children state conference participant 
Bismarck-Mandan Drug-Alcohol Summit Participant 
Attended Grant Writing for Dummies seminar 
 
ACTIVITIES/ORGANIZATIONS 
Student Social Work Organization-elected President                             20XX  20XX 
 Organized fund raising initiative that raised $2,000 
SPURS (Community Service Organization)                            20XX  20XX 
 Performed nearly 100 hours of campus and local service 
Peer Mentor/Ambassador                              20XX  20XX 
Meals on Wheels Volunteer                20XX  20XX 
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Jessica Ortega
2733 NE 95th Street Seattle, WA 98105 (217) 123-4567 jortega@gmail2.com
EDUCATION 
Northeastern Illinois University, Chicago, Illinois 
Bachelor of Science in Management, May 20XX 
G.P.A. 3.2/4.0 
 Financed 90 percent of education through part-time employment and student loans. 
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE 
Management 
 Supervised various youth recreational activities.  
 Trained new employees in effective sales and direct mail techniques. 
  
Interpersonal 
 Demonstrated effective persuasive skills in retail sales. 
 Provided excellent customer service by phone and in person. 
 Resolved customer complaints effectively and efficiently. 
 Served as new student orientation facilitator and group leader. 
Organizational 
 Provided administrative support in producing all forms of office communications. 
 Designed and developed a coding system for a university research project. 
 Organized and recorded data as a research assistant. 
 Recognized by supervisors as being efficient and detail-oriented. 
LANGUAGES 
Speak, read, and write Spanish/English fluently. 
Basic conversational ability in Italian. 
COMPUTER SKILLS 
IBM PC and Mac formats, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Printshop, several e-mail 
formats, and the Internet. 
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY  
Good Luck Rent-A-Car     Park Ridge, Illinois 
Customer Service Representative             20XX to present 
Northeastern Illinois University         Chicago, Illinois 
Research Assistant                 20XX  20XX 
Chakotay Gift Emporium, Ltd.        La Forge, Illinois 
Sales Associate/Cashier                20XX  20XX 
 
 
 
 
 
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Jessica Ortega
217-123-4567 
jortega@gmail2.com 
Objective 
To obtain an entry level position as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant 
Education 
Associate in Applied Science in Occupational Therapy Assistant             Anticipated May 20XX 
Parkland College                               Champaign, IL 
GPA:  3.6 
Licenses/Certifications 
Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant      Anticipated July 20XX 
CPR/First Aid 
Certified Nurse Assistant                      May 20XX 
Field Work Experience 
Carle Foundation Hospital-Inpatient Rehab, Champaign, IL      January - May 20XX 
  
 Utilized FIM scoring, Manual Muscle Testing & ROM testing 
 
Circle of Friends Adult Day Center, Champaign, IL              September - December 20XX 
 Administered Allen Cognitive Level Screening Tool, physical abilities screenings, & ADL 
assessments 
 Led therapeutic groups for Allen levels 3-5 & exercise groups 
 Provided lunchtime interventions for clients with eating difficulties 
Related Work Experience 
Alpha-Care Health Professionals, Champaign, IL 
Administrative Assistant/On Call Scheduler              August 20XX - Present 
 Office duties including filing, sorting, mailings, and answering phones 
 Scheduled staff for shift call-offs during non-business hours 
Assistant Case Manager            April 20XX - August 20XX 
 Assisted nurse case managers with various tasks and projects 
 Trained and completed competency evaluations on new employees 
 Co-led new staff orientations 
Certified Nurse Assistant                  November 20XX - April 20XX 
  
Clark-Lindsey Village, Urbana, IL 
Level II Certified Nurse Assistant                                   July 20XX - July 20XX 
 Assisted 7-10 residents per day with bathing, dressing, hygiene, & meals 
 Utilized hoyer lifts, sit to stand lifts, slide boards & gait belts 
 Mentored new Certified Nurse Assistants 
 Completed staff/residents assignments by rotation 
References available upon request 
 
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