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Resume - Basic Format
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NAME (use same size font for headings and descriptions)
Current Address (all info may be put in one line under name)
Street and Apt. No.
City, State, ZIP
Area Code-Phone
e-mail |
EDUCATION
Saint Louis University School of Law (bold school), St. Louis, MO
J.D. Anticipated, May 20__
GPA and/or approximate rank if it will enhance candidacy
Law school activities, honors, scholarships, etc.
Name of School, City, State
Degree, graduation date, major
Activities, honors, scholarships
LANGUAGES
EXPERIENCE
Name of most recent organization (bold employer names), City, State
Title (Italicize title) Date
If possible, use bullets for accomplishment statements.
Use past tense action verbs to begin phrases: Action words are listed on Web page.
Give reader some detail about organization: example, small firm.
When possible, utilize numbers to quantify achievements, stress performance, or define scope of responsibilities (percentage increase, number of employees supervised, etc.).
End accomplishment statements with periods.
Name of next most recent organization, City, State
Title (Italicize title) Date
Include work experience even if it's not law related.
Describe the skills (computer if significant) and abilities you developed.
This section may include any significant volunteer work you have done,
clinic work, etc.
Name of next most recent organization, City, State
Title (Italicize title) Date
In describing previous jobs, speak to employers' interests.
Employers seeking clerks generally look for research and writing experience or ability; most employers want workers who exhibit initiative and leadership qualities.
All employers want proof that you're not a stranger to hard work!
COMMUNITY SERVICE
List name of service, and, if significant, list description and dates.
INTERESTS
Optional - this gives employers a way to distinguish you from others.
Be specific. Emphasize active endeavors and avoid controversial entries.
REFERENCES
Do not bother with “available upon request.” List references on a separate sheet.
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