Resume Quality Rubric
FORMAT
GOOD OK
FIX
Full page but not overcrowded: minimum font 10pt Ariel or 11pt Times New Roman
The name is the largest (16 font or more) and bold
Email, LinkedIn url, phone number is listed
If skills section is used, it focuses on only 3 qualifications directly related to the job
White space, bolding, and sections draw readers eye to most important info
Bullets are close to words – not several spaces to the left
An active skill word follows each bullet. Skill words are the same as job description’s
Minimum 2 bullets per job, maximum 4 bullets.
EDUCATION SECTION
GOOD OK
FIX
Includes degree, institution, location, graduation date, major, GPA (if over 3.0)
Only list courses taken if they specifically relate to the job. Most common in science
List Languages thesis or academic accomplishments/projects. Study Abroad location.
EXPERIENCE SECTION
GOOD OK
FIX
Experience includes paid, unpaid, volunteer, leadership, teams, etc.
List title, organization, general location, general dates
Format: Bullet, active skill word, details of what you did similar to job you apply for
Details include numbers, percent, specifics that tell the reader a story (show vs. tell)
Whenever possible show RESULTS- increased budget, decreased time, raised money
ACCOMPLISHMENTS/ACTIVITIES/LEADERSHIP/PERSONAL/ /HONORS
GOOD OK
FIX
This title is flexible based on what the employer would want to know about you
Leadership roles can be listed as jobs, or simply listed to show breadth of experience
Scholarships/Awards are merit based and describe what they are for
Link how experience prepares for specific aspects of the job
List leadership or activities you managed in clubs/groups (committee chair, etc.)
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