Could you please look over my resume and give me suggestions on how to make it better and what I could cut out? It is about four lines too long, and I am trying to get it to one page. I am specifically using it now for a job at Verizon. I think it will be a heavily sales-oriented job. Trying to get the right wording down for my job experiences was difficult and any suggestions would be greatly appreciated, whether it’s on grammar, context, format, etc. Thanks a lot! PS: I didn’t put real numbers or the locations for the sake of a little privacy on the internet.
Name
Email@gmail.com
(660)111-1111
Education: Bachelor of Arts- Expected graduation date: December 2010
College, City, State
Major: Sociology GPA in Major: 3.66/4.00
Work Experience:
Video Clerk (January 2010-Present)
Family Video, City, State
In this position, I am heavily involved with customers and ensure that they always leave satisfied. I monitor the sale and rental of movies and other merchandise. I have gained sales experience as I assist customers with their selections while suggesting various merchandise and/or deals that will work out for them. I have perform inventories, engage customers over the phone daily, and enjoy working in a great team environment. I communicate effectively with my customers as well as my co-workers and my employers.
Assistant Manager (June 2003-Present)
Sonic Drive-In, City, State
I have earned much responsibility involving the handling of money, customer relations, delegating responsibilities to other employees and training new employees, computer use, opening and closing the store, cooking, car-hopping, and cleaning and maintaining the store.
Caretaker/Housekeeper (June 2007-July 2010)
Services for Independent Living, City, State
I earned a substantial amount of trust and was assigned many diverse responsibilities in this position. This position involves cleaning and maintaining a household and assisting the client with various needs. I was given responsibility with money as the client entrusted me with obtaining her necessities and using my own judgment to decide what would be the best action to take in various situations. I would also remind the client of appointments and important dates and tasks.
Skills:
I have proficient computer skills which involve Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, general internet usage, and competent typing ability. I also am quite capable in American Sign Language.
Honors and Activities:
Dean’s List (2 Semesters)
Presented a paper at the Midwest Sociological Meeting in Chicago
National Society for Collegiate Scholars
Alpha Kappa Delta (International Sociology Honor Society)
Vice President of Sociology Club
Delta Epsilon Iota
Girls State Scholarship
University Scholarship for Academic Excellence
Also, does the way I put my GPA seem alright? I was going to put my cumulative GPA, but it is only 3.3, but I was wondering if someone reading it would wonder why I only put the GPA for my major. Should I not put it at all?
I would add an objective:
Seeking a position where I can utilize my skills to there fullest potential and gain experience through growth and opportunity…
I would change the skills:
Also, I am quite capable in American Sign Language.
I would change the EDUCATION format to something like:
School Name (BOLD), City State
Degree:
Intended Graduation Date:
GPA:
Awards:
FORMAT YOUR RESUME:
DATES OF EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYER NAME, CITY, STATE
TITLE
BULLET POINT (try to format your resume so it is eye catching and easy to read…using bullet points to highlight work load is essential)
Otherwise, I think it looks great…
I hope this helps…