Use a simple, professional layout
Put your name and contact information at the top
Add a clear job title or career objective
Include a skills section with relevant hard and soft skills
List your education first if you have no work experience
Include your GPA only if it is strong and relevant
Add relevant coursework, projects, or academic achievements
Include internships, volunteer work, or unpaid experience
List school clubs, sports, leadership roles, or extracurricular activities
Highlight transferable skills from class, activities, or personal projects
Use action verbs for every bullet point
Focus on results, accomplishments, and responsibilities
Tailor the resume to each job application
Match keywords from the job description
Keep the resume to one page
Use clean formatting and consistent fonts
Proofread carefully for spelling and grammar errors
Save and send the resume as a PDF unless instructed otherwise