Overview

A resume is a document that outlines your past work experience and training so that a potential employer can quickly view your skills and experiences.  It is a summary or highlight of your strengths to show that you are a good candidate for the job.  A resume generally contains the following components:

• Your name and contact information
• Your educational history
• Your previous work history

The following components may also be included in your resume, but they are optional depending on your background:

• Objective
• Honors or Awards
• Volunteer work
• Associations or Clubs
• Hobbies or Interests
• References

There are two main types of resumes: Chronological and Functional. 

Chronological Resume Sample	Functional Resume Sample
A chronological resume lists your work experiences in order from most recent to oldest.  This is the most common type of resume.	A functional resume lists your work experiences in sections to highlight certain skills or areas of strength.  A functional resume does not necessarily list your work experiences in chronological order.  You should use a functional resume if there are gaps in your work history.

If you took time off or have been unemployed frequently, it looks less noticeable on a functional resume.  Otherwise, you should use a chronological resume, as it is the easiest format to organize. 

 Here are two templates for you to create your own resume:

• Chronological Resume Template (Word Document)   
• Functional Resume Template (Word Document)