Centre for Training & Development

(CTD)
Resume Building
 What is a Resume?
 A resume is a tool to sell your skills and
experience.
 A good resume has to portray the best of
your abilities.
 It must capture the employer’s attention
 Should be visually pleasing to the eye
 Tailor you resume to the qualifications
outlined in the job advertisement.
 Proofread your resume.
Action words you can use in your resume

 Management Skills
 Administered
 Analyzed
 Coordinated
 Developed
 Evaluated
 Executed
 Increased
 Organized
 Strengthened
 Supervised
Communication Skills
Addressed
Collaborated
Convinced
Directed
Edited
Moderated
Negotiated
Persuaded
Research Skills
Collected
Diagnosed
Examined
Identified
Investigated
Reviewed
Systematized
 Resume Content
 Contact Information
 Career Objective
 Highlights of
Qualifications/Professional Summary
 Education
 Additional Information
 Career Objective

Career Objective

To associate with an organization giving me opportunities to learn, contribute and grow in the domain of
computer science. I see myself as an engineering professional evolving from an operational resource to a
strategic one, adding value to both the organization and the society.
 Highlights of Qualifications

Professional Synopsis

 Highly organized, creative and motivated professional who knows how to take initiative
 Proven presentation and writing skills
 Proven leadership ability
 Independent problem solver who excels in a team environment
 Well developed relationship management and team building skills
 Education
Education

A. Academic Qualification

Class Year of Passing University/ Specialization/ Marks

Institute/Board Major Subjects (%)

BE        
10+2        
Matriculation        

B. Projects & Internships

 abc
 def

C. Achievements
 Academic
o Scholarship holder throughout the tenure of BE Computer Engineering
o In the top 5% of the class in 10+2
 Extra-curricular
o Secured first position in inter college debating contest in 2017
o Organized a placement symposium at the college level
o Led the college cricket team in inter college cricket competition
 Additional Information
A. Skills

 Functional
o Proficient in Java, Python
o Certified by XYZ as a coding specialist
 Soft
o Willingness to learn
o Temperament suitable for team work

B. Interests

 Travelling & exploring new places

 Playing chess
 Resume Don’ts

Don’t include irrelevant personal information

 Don’t include credentials that have no
relevance to your job
 Don’t shift tenses
 Don’t use difficult-to-read fonts
 Don’t use jargons or abbreviations that are
unknown
 Don’t include a photograph
 Resume Checklist

Are there any typing, spelling or

grammar errors?
Can the average reader understand
what I am saying?
Is my writing style simple, direct and as
powerful as possible?
Are paragraphs short and to the point?
 Have I eliminated redundancies and
similar examples?
Do I cover all relevant time periods?
Is the layout simple, professional and
attractive?
Is this resume the best face I can show
the World?