Title: Create a printed résumé, including a résumé format suitable for posting online.
Course: Telecommunications II (10006-II) > Section: Developing Employability Skills

Creation of the résumé should include

- educational background
- work history
- honors and awards
- membership in club and/or community activities, leadership positions held, and community service.

Students should identify the reasons for keeping a résumé current to reflect experience and education credentials even if they are not currently involved in a job search.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are the basic purposes of a résumé?
- Should a résumé contain the applicant's photograph? Age? Ethnic origin? Gender? Why or why not?
- What are the benefits and pitfalls of submitting an electronic résumé?
- How can a person best present his or her skills and experience to fit a particular career area or job?