When looking for a new job, one of the most important things employers require is a resume. Even if you have little job experience, a resume is your best way of being considered for a job. Many people believe creating a resume is difficult, but really it only takes a few minutes of time and some basic information about your past.
Step 1
Write down your basic information with a pencil and paper. Include information such as education, job experience, and volunteer experience with the dates for each. Refer to this information later when typing your resume.
Step 2
Open a new file on your computer's word processor software.
Type your full name at the top center of the page using a font size of 16.
Type your current address directly below your full name using a font size of 12.
Type your phone number directly below your address using a font size of 12.
Type your email address directly below your phone number using a font size of 12.
Press "Enter" on your keyboard twice to skip down two lines on the page.
Step 3
Click "Align Left" on the top of the page so text will now begin from the left side.
Type the word "Experience."
Highlight the word "Experience" and click on "Underline."
Press "Enter" on the keyboard.
Type in the start and end dates of the last company you worked using month and year numerically, such as: 5/08 - 7/09.
Press "Tab" on the keyboard.
Type in the name and address of the company you worked for on one line.
Press "Enter."
Press "Tab" three times so that the cursor is lined up under the company name.
Type in your job title or a job description using one or two lines, making sure that all text is lined up to the left with the company name.
Type in relevant information about your position. (See Reference 1)
Press "Enter."
Press "Tab" three times.
Type in the start and end dates of the next previous company you worked for in the same style as the one above.
Press "Tab."
Type in the name and address of the company all on one line.
Press "Enter."
Press "Tab" three times.
Type in your job title or description using one or two lines, making sure all text is lined up to the left with the company name.
Press "Enter."
Repeat these steps to add a third or fourth company.
Step 4
Type in the word "Education."
Highlight the word "Education" and click on 'Underline'.
Press "Enter" on the keyboard.
Type in the start and end dates of the last college or trade school you attended.
Press "Tab" on the keyboard.
Type in the name and city of the college or trade school on one line.
Press "Enter."
Press "Tab" three times so the cursor is lined up underneath the college or trade school name.
Type in your major or courses of studies using one or two lines.
Press "Enter."
Type in the name of your degree if you earned one and your GPA, or grade-point average.
Press "Enter."
Type in the start and end dates of a previous college or trade school you attended. If you did not attend a second college or trade school then type in the dates you attended high school.
Press "Tab."
Type in the name and address of the school you attended on one line.
Press "Enter."
Type in your major or courses of studies using one or two lines.
Press "Enter."
Type in the name of your degree if you earned one and your GPA (grade-point average).
Press "Enter."
Step 5
Type in the word "Personal."
Press "Enter" on the keyboard.
Press "Tab" three times
Type in any other information you would like to include. This could be volunteer activity, awards or accolades you have earned, computer proficiency, or languages you speak, advises collegeboard.com. You can even include any relevant hobbies. Be sure all the text lines up to the left, with your job and education experience above.
Step 6
Click on "Spell Check" and correct any misspellings or grammatical mistakes.
Click on "Save".
Insert resume paper into your printer.
Click on "Print" to print out as many copies of your resume as needed.
Tips and Warnings
- Make sure the resume is only one page long. If it goes to a second page, omit some information starting with items listed under "Personal." Be sure the resume looks neat. You may also e-mail your resume to prospective employers by attaching your resume to the e-mail. Microsoft Word is one of the easier word processor programs to use. It is likely already installed on your computer. Most versions also have a resume assistance option. Keep the font size at 12 except for your name which should be a little bigger at size 16. Resume paper can be purchased at a local stationary store.
- Try not to be wordy. Make sure your phone number and email address are correct. Use information that will be related to the job you're applying for.
Things You'll Need
- Computer
- Keyboard
- Mouse
- Word processor software
- Printer
- Resume Paper
- Pad
- Pencil
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