Chronological and Functional Resumes

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Chronological Resume

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Employment is typically the next section in a Chronological Resume. It should begin with the most current and work its way back. If you have some volunteer or un-paid internships that you with to work in this section, call it experience. You can mix both paid and un-paid work in an experience section where as you are limited to paid work in an employment section. It should contain the dates of employment, your title, and the name and location of the employer. Write statements of your duties/responsibilities beginning with the most relevant to the job you are seeking. Don't spend a lot of space and detail describing positions that are not relevant or did not help you prepare for the job you are seeking. Give yourself credit for working, but sometimes a title is enough.

2001- Present Receptionist ENG, Inc. Huntsville, AL

* " Maintained MS Access Database of new clients.
* " Directed calls and answered basic customer questions.

2000 - 2001 Pizza Delivery Antonio's Pizza Huntsville, AL

1998 - 2000 Paper Delivery Huntsville Times Huntsville, AL

Some people will include an Honors and Activities section on their resume. This may include various honors you have received (be sure to include the criteria) as well as clubs and organizations that you hold membership.