University of South Florida

Phase 1: Job Search Preparation

Step 2: WRITE AN EFFECTIVE RESUME

Tasks to be Performed:

Write an effective resume to support what you want to do. Be sure to list:

• A clearly-stated career goal
• Education/certification
• Relevant experience
• Awards, honors
• Leadership abilities

Career Center Resources to Help You with Your Resume & Cover Letter

On-line Seminar: “Resume Writing.”

Resume Do's, Don'ts and Dilemmas

How to Write an Objective Statement for your Resume

Career Center Sample Resume*

Career Center Library. Contains books on resume and cover letter writing.

Resume websites, including Resume Tutor, which takes you through the process step-by-step, as well as providing sample resumes.

Resume Critiques: By appointment only. Call 813-974-2171 to schedule a critique with your career counselor. Bring a hard copy of your resume.

Optimal Resume -Design up to five high-impact resumes based on your major and career goals. -Create resumes in several formats, including Word® Compatible, Plain Text, and HTML

Career Center Sample Cover letter

Cover Letter Do's and Dont's

Resources to prepare you for your job search.

Office Hours: M-F: 8am-5pm
Walk-in Hours: Mon/Wed/Thur, 10 - 3 & Tues, 10 - 12:30, Fall/Spring