Best Resume Layout for Students

[Your Name]

• Phone Number: [Your Phone Number]

• Email Address: [Your Email Address]

• LinkedIn: [Your LinkedIn URL] (optional)

• Portfolio/Website: [Your Website URL] (optional)

Objective

• Instruction: Write 1-2 sentences describing your career goals and what you aim to achieve in the position. Focus on your enthusiasm and what you hope to contribute.

Education

• Institution Name — [Location]

  • Degree: [Your Degree, e.g., Bachelor of Arts in English]

  • Dates Attended: [Month, Year – Present/Graduation Year]

  • Relevant Coursework: [List 2-3 relevant courses or skills you have gained]

Skills

• Instruction: List technical or soft skills relevant to the job or field you're applying for. Aim for 5-7 skills. These may include things like software knowledge, communication abilities, leadership, etc.

• Example:

  • Time management

  • Microsoft Office Suite

  • Research skills

  • Communication

Experience

• [Job Title/Role]
  Company Name — [Location]
  Dates: [Month, Year – Month, Year or Present]

  • Instruction: Describe your responsibilities and achievements using bullet points. Use action verbs and quantify results when possible (e.g., “Increased sales by 20%” or “Organized events for 100+ attendees”).

  • Example:

    • Developed content for social media platforms, increasing engagement by 15%.

    • Assisted in organizing campus events, enhancing community engagement.

Internships

• [Internship Title]
  Company Name — [Location]
  Dates: [Month, Year – Month, Year]

  • Instruction: Similar to the experience section, but focus on your internship tasks and what you learned or contributed in the role.

  • Example:

    • Supported the marketing team with campaign research and analysis.

    • Created weekly reports on social media analytics to guide strategy.

Extracurricular Activities

• Instruction: List any relevant extracurricular activities or student organizations. Focus on leadership roles, involvement, or contributions to projects.

• Example:

  • President, [Student Club Name]

  • Volunteer, [Organization Name]

Certifications & Achievements

• Instruction: Include any certifications, awards, or recognitions you've received that are relevant to the job or field you're pursuing.

• Example:

  • Google Analytics Certification

  • Dean’s List, [Year(s)]

References

• Instruction: You may add “Available upon request” or list 1-2 professional references with their name, title, and contact details (if appropriate).

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