Resume Workshop

A resume is a summary of your education, qualifications, and past experiences.

Discussion Questions

What is the purpose of a resume? Why do employers ask for them, and what are they looking for?
How will your resume look different from versions before you decided on this field? How will it look similar?

Make a copy of the WCCI Starter Resume Template on your Google Drive, saved as “(Your Name) Resume. Share with your SSC!

Enter your credentials where outlined in the template (Name, City, State, Contact Information, Online Presence, etc.)

Determine whether you need a chronological, functional, or combination resume (most will need combination, but it is worth reviewing your options and making certain you're using the format that best serves your needs.

Brainstorm & write out a list of your most desirable, related qualifications (should form the cornerstone of your resume).
Make sure these shine in your content, by choosing projects that show your best work (don’t worry if you’re not there yet!) and quantifiable, demonstrable abilities and achievements from your work experience.

Check out other resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and job postings for ideas of how best to market yourself and your abilities.

Exceeding one page in length (outside of very specific circumstances)
Using silly or unprofessional fonts
Including links to non-professional social media presence (facebook, IG, twitter (unless used for tech related, professional purposes))
Failing to showcase your tech skills and enthusiasm
Unnecessary or out-of-date filler (ex. References available upon request, generic strengths, etc.)
Typos and grammatical errors
Lying (this includes exaggeration)

Instructions:

Open and make a copy of the starter resume template
Rename as “first name last name resume” and share with your Student Success Coach
Complete each field with your information before next class
Suggestions for updates to content will be shared back by your Student Success Coach for consideration