Career Coaches Answer Your Questions About Your Resume
The goal of a resume is to convey your skills and qualifications that are relevant to prospective employers. Your resume and cover letter get you the interview, and the interview gets you the job. It is never too early to start building your resume! View the sample resume below and tap each section for tips on crafting an effective resume.
Hooter T. Owl
hirehooter.owl@gmail.com | (215) 204-XXXX | Philadelphia, PA | linkedin.com/in/hootertowl
- Start your resume with your name and contact information.
- Be sure to include a professional email address and link to your portfolio (if you have one) or LinkedIn profile.
Education
Temple University, Philadelphia, PA Expected Graduation: May 2025
School of Sport, Tourism, and Hospitality Management GPA: 3.75
Bachelor of Science in Sport and Recreation Management Minor: Communication Studies
- As a current student, and for most resumes, education should be the first section beneath your contact information.
- Include your projected graduation date and major or minors.
- GPA is optional.
Relevant Experience
Citizens Bank Park, Aramark Philadelphia, PA
Operations Supervisor March 2022 – Present
- Supervise the daily operations of up to six concession stands and approximately 65 Aramark employees for 60+ Philadelphia Phillies home games
- Encourage high levels of employee compliance through strong customer service skills and adherence to standard operating procedures
- Responsible for reconciliation of revenue with inventory and the resolution of discrepancies
OwlSports Update, Temple University Philadelphia, PA
Writer and Anchor September 2021 – May 2022
- Gathered information and interviewed sources for 50 news stories
- Edited and rewrote news stories to fit within deadlines and space allotments
- Include internships, work experience, volunteering, or academic projects and research that align with your career goals.
- Use action verbs in your descriptions and identify and quantify your accomplishments when possible.
- For more details on action verbs and descriptive bullets, visit the Career Guide.
Additional Experience
Temple University, Senior Capstone Project August – December 2023
- Developed a business plan for a new food cart on Temple University’s Main Campus including mission, vision, budgeting, vendors, and marketing roll out in a group of five students
- Presented plan to faculty leadership in a Shark Tank format with Q&A session
- Show off everything you have to offer! Don't restrict your resume to work that only matches your academics. Skills are gained in all types of jobs.
Skills
Microsoft: Excel, Word, PowerPoint; Adobe Photoshop; Hootsuite; Canva; Trello
- Add computer/database skills like Python or JAVA; Microsoft Office: PowerPoint, Word, or Excel; Adobe Creative Cloud; or social media platforms that you may be comfortable using.
- Include lab skills, industry-specific techniques, languages spoken, or other relevant skills that can be defined and measured.
- This is not a section for interests or hobbies.
Professional Affiliations and Leadership
President, Sports and Governance Association September 2022 – Present
STHM Student Professional Organization Council September 2021 – May 2023
- Include any professional organizations you are a member of and any leadership roles within (e.g. SHRM, SWE, and PRSSA).
Awards and Acknowledgements
Philadelphia Inquirer – Best Mascot 2024
Temple University School of Sport, Tourism, and Hospitality Management Dean’s List Fall 2022 – Fall 2023
Society of Professional Journalists Best All-Around Television Newscast Award May 2022
- Include any honors, awards, and certifications that you earned, either academically or outside of Temple.
Sample Resumes
Use the links below to download copies of sample resumes to reference.