Resumes

Your resume is a self-promotional document that presents you to a company for the purpose of getting a job interview.

Make sure you have your full name and contact details visible and that your resume is up to date.

Focus on your accomplishments and any skills you have obtained relevant to the position for which you are applying.

No matter how short the employment period - if you acquired important skills or experience, put them in your resume.

Try to keep your resume to 3 pages, i.e. the last 10 years of your work history (unless your previous experience is relevant to the position you are seeking).

Do not use fancy paper.  Always use white paper – it is easier for the the reader to view and photocopy.

 

Resume Example

KATE SMITH                                                                

100 George Street
Parramatta  NSW  2150
02 8833 7000

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Professional Experience

Global Importing King Pty Ltd
Administrator (February 2003 - October 2007)

I was initially employed as the receptionist and, after 8 months, I was promoted to the Administration team.

My duties included:

    •  Creating and maintaining  a database of product images and distributing to
       customers as required
    •  Assisting 3 person sales team with correspondence & quotes
    •  Diary management
    •  Manage expense reconciliation for General Manager
    •  Customer Service - taking phone orders and inquiries
    •  Relief reception

Computers R Us
Reception (January 2002 – January 2003)

I was employed as the front desk receptionist while I did a traineeship in Business Administration.

My duties included:

    • Front desk reception
    • Filing
    • Preparing boardroom for meetings
    • Basic reporting using Excel
    • Assisting the Administration Manager with typing

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Education

January 2003 – Completed Business Administration Cert II & Cert III,
                         (via correspondence) TAFE NSW

2002 – Completed High School Certificate
           (Your School), Parramatta

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References
 
Computers R Us
John Rogers
Managing Director
02 8833 7077
                              Global Importing King Pty Ltd
Sarah Jane
Administration Manager 
1300 883 718