Career Resource Center - Resume Writing

Creating an Effective Resume

The most effective resumes are not mass produced but written for a single employer with a particular position or goal in mind. Writing your resume is an on-going process that entails creating your resume, finding job openings and continuously rewriting your resume. The goal should always be to have a resume that is shaped to respond exactly to the employer's expectaions.

Resume Writing Resources

"CV Prescription"

CV Prescription is the innovative healthcare website which will afford you the ability to not only showcase your resume/CV and cover letter, but also create a complete portfolio of yourself. After creating your online profile, you will be provided with a personalized link which YOU can send directly to potential employers and recruiters or you can let them find you. Click on the banner below to see the helpful "CV Prescription" resources as well as learn more about their free services.

SHRP Student Services Top 10 Resume Writing Tips

For 10 helpful tips with writing your resume, by clicking here.

UMDNJ Human Resources Helpful Information

Please visit the Human Resources area of the UMDNJ website for information on:

• Resume Types and samples
• Accomplishment Statements
• Cover Letter samples

You can access this information by clicking here.

"Resume Cliches to Ditch"

Please visit Forbes on-line article which provides helpful infomration on what NOT to say on your resume by clicking here

"AfterCollege' Resume Center

Please visit the "AfterCollege" On-Line Resume Center for additional information on:

• Providing Effective References
• Appropriate Correspondence
• Developing Your Prospects with a Solid Resume

You can access this information on the "AfterCollege" website by clicking here.