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Resume Tips


  • Use MS Word 97 - 2007.

  • Set margins to 1 inch for top, bottom, left and right.

  • Use simple fonts, ex., Times New Roman.

  • Do not use a resume template or text boxes.

  • Your default resume will be included in Resume Books (available for online searches by employers).

    Important Note:
    If you do not want your resume included in
    Resume Books, go to "My Profile" and click
    on the "Privacy" tab, then click on "No" to
    exclude your resume from Resume Books.

  • Changes to your resume must be made to the original document in MS Word, then upload the changed document.

  • Always view your resume after uploading (to view, click on the resume icon).

  • You may have up to 5 different resumes at one time.

  • If you have uploaded several resumes, be sure you select the appropriate resume when applying for a job.

  • The Career Center offers a Resume Critique service to assist you in preparing an appropriate resume. Drop your typed resume by The Career Center in 300 Montgomery Hall anytime from 8:00 AM until 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Your resume will be critiqued and ready for you to pick up after 1:00 PM three business days later:

  • Dropped off
    by 5PM on:
    Ready for pick-up
    after 1PM on:
    Monday Thursday
    Tuesday Friday
    Wednesday Monday
    Thursday Tuesday
    Friday Wednesday


    If you have any questions, please contact the person who works with your major. For details go to the "About Us" tab on the web page.


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    Last modified: 06/12/2008 09:33:54 am || URL: http://www.career.msstate.edu/students/get-started/resumetips.php