Resume Entry

Overview

In this assignment, you will leverage your service-learning experience to create a resume entry that showcases your skills, accomplishments, and the impact you made during your service-learning project. A well-structured resume entry can help you stand out to potential employers and demonstrate your commitment to community engagement and personal growth.

Assignment Instructions

For this assignment, you should submit a typed document that includes each of the following:

  1. Answers to the following questions:
    • What type of workplace/job/career are you planning to work in after you complete
      your degree?
    • List 3-5 skills/qualifications/experiences you think employers in that field are looking
      for.
  2. Resume entry

Write a concise and impactful resume entry based on your service-learning experience. The basic information you want to include is the position title, organization/employer name, location, and duration of your experience. You also want to include information about what you did in your position. In the bullet points below, focus on highlighting your accomplishments, skills, and the impact of your service. Use action verbs, quantify your achievements where possible, and emphasize your contributions.

Submission Guidelines

  • Submit your completed resume entry in a Word document or PDF format. Ensure that you resume entry is clearly formatted, easy to read, and free of grammatical errors.
  • Your assignment will be assessed based on the following criteria:
    • Clarity and organization of the resume entry.
    • Use of action verbs, quantifiable achievements, and relevance to the service-learning experience.

Tips

  • Consider addressing one or more of the following questions when creating your resume entry:
    • What were your primary responsibilities and tasks during the service project?
    • Did you lead any initiatives, coordinate activities, or work in a team? How did you contribute to the organization’s goals?
    • Did you achieve any specific outcomes, such as increased participation, funds raised, or community awareness?
    • How did your service-learning experience contribute to your personal growth and development?
  • Your resume entry is a valuable tool for future job applications. Use this assignment to not only showcase your service-learning experience but also develop a key component of your professional identity.