Resume Checklist

Use this checklist to ensure that your resume is complete:

Formatting tips:

• Keep your resume to one page unless you have relevant previous experience that requires more room

• Make sure all spelling, grammar, and flow is checked and double-checked, and then check it again

• After you have proofread your resume, have at least two other people look it over also

• Use a simple font that is easy to read. Arial and Times New Roman at 10 or 12 point are standard

• Keep your fonts simple - don’t use too many fonts, styles or sizes, they can distract the reader from what’s important

• Use standard margins between 1” and 1.25” - any more or less will look like you’re either trying to cram information in or don’t have enough experience to fill a page

• Keep your lists simple using bullets

• Use good paper to make a good impression – use 8.5 x 11 resume paper you find at most office supply stores