Resume - FAQs

Where can I get a free resume template?

• Go to Microsoft Word > File > New > search online templates in the search bar > type in “resume” and hit enter, there are 100 or more free templates to choose from.

  Where can I get an AI resume?

• There are multiple websites that you can choose from, however I recommend https://www.resume-now.com/ as a great resource to upload or build your resume from scratch with AI assistance, and you can download it for a few dollars.

  How long should my resume be?

• Depends on experience:

• 1-5 years =1 page

• 5-10 years=2 pages

• 10-15+ years = 2-3 pages

  Should I have a summary section in the beginning of my resume?

• Yes! In this section you should highlight your expertise, years of experience, and main attributes that match with the job that you are applying for. Customize it each time you apply for a new job and highlight your corresponding experience/skills.

  Should I add volunteer experience, and school GPA ?

• Yes! Volunteer experience, is great experience to have on your resume and says something about your character. If you have a GPA of 3.4 or greater, add it, otherwise leave it out.

  Is it a big deal if there are some errors on my resume?

• Yes! Make sure to have no grammatical errors in your resume, and get someone to review it for you when you believe you have made every effort to perfect it, a simple grammatical error can turn off recruiters immediately.

  More questions? Feel free to email me at marie.m.henry@outlook.com, referencing this page.