Sample Resumes

Note: These are samples only. They provide stylistic ideas and should not be copied.

Sample Chronological Resume - Seeking Co-op/Intern Position

SARA SOTA

School Address 001 Central Western Kentucky University Bowling Green, KY 42101 502-745-0006

Permanent Address 2345 Kennedy Blvd. Ainsworth, TX 90678 345-543-9078

Desire co-op/intern position within marketing department of computer software firm

EDUCATION

B.F.A., Graphic Design, August 1998

Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY

GPA: 3.3/4.0

COURSEWORK AND TECHNICAL SKILLS
Courses Completed: Drawing, Graphic Design, 3-D Design, Color Concepts, Basic Marketing.

Skills: Proficient with IBM and Macintosh software (WordPerfect 6.1, Mac Write, Harvard Graphics, Photoshop and PageMaker).

RELATED EXPERIENCE
Package Design Assistant, Season Software, Inc., Williamson, TX, Summer 1996.

• Assisted senior graphics design artist with product presentations.
• Designed graphics for product packaging.
• Developed draft copy for packaging of 3 products.
• Participated in 5 product packaging design team meetings.

Art Department Student Worker, Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY, August 1995-May 1996.

• Assisted art department administrative staff with office operation.
• Performed data entry for specifically assigned art department faculty members.
• Coordinated exhibition of 15 graphics design senior seminar projects.

Package Design Class Project, Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY, May, 1995.

• Participated on 5 person team to develop national product marketing plan.
• Assisted with creation of graphics and copy for product package.
• Lead team presentation at completion of project to class of 35.

OTHER EXPERIENCE
Babysitting and lifeguarding.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Secretary, Graphic Design Club 1995-96.

REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

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Sample Chronological Resume - Seeking Full-time Position

BEN THAIR
200 8th St.
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(502) 842-2222

EDUCATION

B.S., Marketing, December 1996

Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY

GPA: 3.4/4.0

EXPERIENCE
Marketing Staff Team Member (Internship), Sprint Communications, Fairfax, VA, Summer 1996.

Developed promotion programs for company's mid-atlantic region and implemented a local

advertising program. Edited and wrote feature stories for company newsletter with a

circulation of 1,000.

Administrative Assistant, Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY, 1995-96.

Assigned to the Admissions Office with responsibility for processing student applications.

Coordinated admissions visits by state for professional staff of five. Arranged on-campus

tours for prospective students and utilized computer software knowledge to create

smoother documentation process.

ACTIVITIES AND HONORS
Member, Western Kentucky University Choral Group, 1993-present.
Vice-President, American Marketing Student Association, 1995-96.
Dean's List - 5 semesters.

TECHNICAL SKILLS
IBM software (Lotus 1-2-3, WordPerfect 5.1, Freelance Graphics, Excel, Paradox); Photography; Internet and World Wide Web knowledgeable.

REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

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Sample Chronological Resume - Alumnus with Experience

Ted E. Bear
2230 Shamrock Lane
Paris, KY 40361
(606) 222-1111

OBJECTIVE:

A retail management position where demonstrated skills in sales and marketing and enthusiasm for innovation will be used for improving customer service and expanding department profitability.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:

Twelve years of progressively responsible experience in all phases of retail management and marketing with major discount stores. Annually improved profitability by 15 percent and consistently rated in top 10 percent of workforce.

EXPERIENCE:
Sales Manager, K-Mart, Paris, KY

Managed four departments with annual sales of nearly $4 million. Hired, trained, and supervised a culturally diverse workforce of 8 full-time and 3 part-time employees. Reorganized displays, developed new marketing approaches, coordinated customer feedback with buyers in upgrading quality of merchandise, and improved customer service that resulted in 25 percent increase in annual sales. Received "Outstanding" performance evaluation and "Employee of the Year" award. 1990 to present.

Assistant Buyer, Wal-Mart, Bowling Green, KY

Maintained inventory levels for three department with annual sales of $3 million. Developed more competitive system of vendor relations that reduced product costs by 5 percent. Incorporated latest product and merchandising trends into purchasing decisions. Worked closely with department managers in maintaining adequate inventory levels for best-selling items. 1988 to 1990.

Salesperson, Roses Department Store, Bowling Green, KY

Responsible for improving sales in two departments with annual sales of $1.5 million. Reorganized displays and instituted new "Ask an Expert" system for improved customer relations. Sales initiatives resulted in a 20 percent increase in annual sales. Cited for "excellent customer relations" in annual performance evaluation. Worked part-time while completing education. 1984 to 1988.

EDUCATION:

Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY

B.S., Management, 1988

Earned 85 percent of educational expenses while working part-time and maintaining full course load.

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Sample Chronological Resume - Education

TERRY ALBERTS
4228 Meador Port Oliver Road
Scottsville, KY 42164
(502) 622-1111

EDUCATION
M.A. Elementary Education. Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY.

Graduated Magna Cum Laude, May 1996.

GPA 3.6, Dean's List - three semesters
B.A. Special Education, Boston College, Chestnut Hill, MA. (May 1994)

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Student Teacher, Alvaton Elementary School, Alvaton, KY. Taught first grade class of over 20 students. Experience involved 15 weeks of independent teaching. (1/96-4/96)

Pre-student Teacher, Bristow Elementary, Bowling Green, KY. Experience involved 15 weeks of part-time supervised teaching for primary and fifth grade classes. Created and implemented developmental-appropriate lessons following the Competency Based Curriculum guidelines. (9/94-12/94)

RELATED EXPERIENCE
Teacher, Campus Child Care, Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY. Provided activities, stimulus, and care for children ranging from three months to 12 years of age. Maintained records and prepared daily activity reports. (1/95-12/95)

Special Education Teachers Aid, Allen County School System, Scottsville, KY. Assisted in hands-on activities and classroom management for the children with mental disabilities. (10/89-4/90)

LANGUAGES
Basic knowledge of Spanish.
Intermediate fluency in American Sign Language.

References Available Upon Request

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Sample Chronological With Bullet Highlights

SHARI LINDSEY
260 Popeye Court, N.W.
Bowling Green, KY 42102
(502) 843-4444

OBJECTIVE

Financial Planning Assistant

QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY

• Teller cash drawer always in balance.
• Assisted with capital budgeting proposal creation.
• Completed state-wide bank training course in 1/2 allotted time.
• Developed standardized loan analysis form which increased productivity by 10%.
• Increased club funds by 25% through various short-term investments.

EMPLOYMENT OVERVIEW

Second National Bank, Hardyville, KY
Assistant Loan Analyst responsible for customer loan analysis and preliminary recommendations to loan approval committee. Summer 1996.

National Credit Union, Louisville, KY
Teller responsible for customer service, cash transactions, and balancing procedures. Summer 1995.

Finance Club, Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY
Treasurer responsible for setting amount of, collecting and investing club dues and paying all bills incurred. August 1994 to May 1995.

EDUCATION

B.S., Finance, Financial Planning Option, Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY, May 1997.

RELEVANT COURSEWORK

Investments, Risk Management and Insurance, Security Analysis, Money and Capital Markets, Computerized Financial Management, Commercial Bank Management, Real Estate Finance

ACTIVITIES

- President, Finance Club - 1995/96
- Intramural Volleyball - 1994/95/96
- Treasurer, Finance Club - 1994/95
- United Way Volunteer - 1994

References and Further Data Available Upon Request

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Sample Functional Resume - Experienced

Alberta Canada
1020 College Street
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(502) 842-1111

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Health care experience in both acute care and research hospital settings. Knowledgeable of current regulatory standards and biomedical technology. Strong background in designing, implementing, and directing patient care programs. Experience with hospital information systems.

ADMINISTRATION

• Administered all aspects of operations for in-patient and ambulatory patient care units
• Acted a liaison between medical and nursing staffs.
• Supervised two to four para-professionals.
• Participated in auditing medical records for compliance with accreditation standards.

RESEARCH

• Designed patient care satisfaction study for university class project
• Collected data for research studies and protocols.
• Incorporated findings into clinical applications

HEALTH CARE

• Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated holistic care for diverse patient populations.
• Implemented updated patient care information system.
• Worked extensively with biomedical technology.

EDUCATION
Master of Science in Health (Public Health), Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY, January 1997.
BS in Nursing, Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY, May 1976.

EMPLOYMENT
Vanderbilt Medical Center, Nashville, TN, Clinical Nurse (May 1982-present).
The Medical Center At Bowling Green, Bowling Green, KY, Staff Nurse (May 1978-April 1982).
Humana, Inc., Louisville, KY, Staff Nurse (September 1976-May 1978)

AFFILIATIONS
Member, The Western Kentucky University Health Services Administration
Associate, American College of Hospital Administrators Association

References available upon request

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