resume examples
early career
These two resume examples are designed for college students who are just getting started and may still be building experience from high school. They’re ideal for students applying for on-campus jobs, part-time roles, research opportunities, or early internships.
Example #1: Penny
Penny worked part-time while attending community college and was active in sports. She wants to highlight her skills and experience to land an on-campus job.
Example #2: Shiloh
Shiloh gained work experience during summer breaks in high school and wants to secure an internship. He included his involvement in a finance-related club to show his interest in the industry.
additional resume examples
These three resume examples are ideal for students with advanced skills, extensive experience, or those transitioning to a new career field. They’re designed for individuals pursuing mid-to high-level positions.
Example #3: Marshall (IT-focused)
Marshall has entry-level IT experience and wants to showcase his strong technical skills and problem-solving abilities. He’s using this resume to apply for mid-level roles in cybersecurity, computer information science, and software development.
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Data and technology resumes typically include:
- A skills section that lists specific software, programming languages, or processes you’re proficient in
- Software or programming certifications
- Relevant coursework in application or web development, programming languages, or information security
Pro Tip: Prioritize your resume sections to highlight the skills that align most closely with what’s listed first in the job description. If the role focuses heavily on programming languages or software, move those sections higher on your resume. Consider categorizing your skills by software, hardware, programming, and additional skills. You can also include relevant projects, hackathons, and industry conferences you’ve attended.
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Example #4: Advanced resume
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Example #5: Career change
combination resumes
A combination (or hybrid) resume blends elements of chronological and functional formats to highlight both relevant skills and professional experience. This format works well for individuals making a career change, re-entering the workforce, or those with diverse work histories or employment gaps. For more guidance on combination resumes and to see if it’s right for you, read this article.
federal resumes
Federal resumes are used to apply for government jobs and internships on USAJOBS. They differ from private-sector resumes in several key ways:* For help with federal resumes, explore the resources available at USAJOBS.gov.
*Adapted from the Office of Human Resources from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Federal Resume Tips page.
Federal resumes
- Used to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications and requirements for a job announcement
- May be multiple pages long to include all relevant experience
- Include detailed background information such as hourly wage or salary, supervisor’s name and contact information, hours worked per week, veteran status, security clearance, and more
Civilian resumes (private sector):
- Serve as a marketing tool to help you secure an interview
- Should be limited to one to two pages, summarizing only your most relevant experience
- Should not include personal details such as country of citizenship, street address, salary history, or references