Resume Grading Rubric

Points
Earned
Possible
Points
Elements of Review
(10) Cover Letter Arouses the interest of the employer.
Emphasizes the resume pointing out
achievements and qualifications that meet the job
description. The letter is organized and correctly
formatted. It includes all of the required
components in the correct order with the correct
spacing between elements.
(5) Opening/Intro Includes name, address, telephone, email,
mailing address
(5) Objectives Objectives are focused, targeted, and concise.
(5) Education Education section emphasizes relevance
Education is put before employment unless
student has extensive career-related job
experience.
Education is listed chronologically and all
institution/degree info is listed.
(5) Work Work experience includes job titles, locations,
list of duties or accomplishments.
(5) Additional
Information
Professional licenses, professional memberships,
extra-curricular activities, volunteer work, intern
programs, highlights strengths of applicant, etc.
(10) Format 1-2 pages for resume. More than two pages for
CV.
Balanced, white space, good font choices,
pleasing design. Easy to read, visually attractive,
correct information.
Order fit the applicants assets and position.
(5) Grammar and
punctuation
No spelling errors
No grammatical errors
Word processing mechanics are perfect
Strong action verbs.
Total (50) Comments Grade: