RESUME BASICS

RESUME LENGTH
Unless you are applying for a top-level position, your resume should fit onto a single page. Keep in mind that your resume is not meant to be a comprehensive , detailed history of your career, but summary of your experience, qualifications and skills. Font size should be a minimum of 10 and a maximum of 12. Margins should be between .5 and 1.5 inches.

PAPER SIZE, COLOR & QUALITY
Use standard 8 1/2" x 11" white or off-white, 24 pound resume paper.

PRINTING
Find the best quality printing process available. It is not recommended to make copies of your resume on a photocopier.

PROOFREADING IS ESSENTIAL
Whether you typed it yourself or paid to have it produced professionally, mistakes on resumes can be embarrassing and cost you interviews, particularly when something critical (such as your name) is misspelled. So proofread it carefully. See a Career Counselor during walk-ins or make an appointment to have your resume reviewed.

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