resume draft

I have included my resume below. I didn't included the GPA since I really don't know if it is nesecary to inclued it. I did just transfer here so I didn't have any activities here at Purdue yet. I would like it if you could let me know on what to improve and what needs to be fixed Thank you.

1.What can the writer do to

1.What can the writer do to make the resume better tailored to the specific job being applied for?
-The writer could include some of their qualifications for this specific job other than their past work experience.

2.Is the layout and design pleasing to the eye? Make at least one suggestion for improving it.
-Yes, I personally like the layout and the design, but I feel that you should not include the cute little bullets to the side of your points because I do not know how the employer would like that.

3.Does the resume fit comfortably within the page (as opposed to being squished in or stretched out)? What can the writer do to improve it?
-Yes, I think that the resume fits within the page, but maybe watch the font size along with color and just keep it standard.

4.Is it easily readable (no confusing fonts, clearly marked sections)? What improvements can be made?
-Yes, it is easily readable. Only improvement stated in last question.

5.Does it use typography (including headers and bold and italics) appropriately and effectively?
-I did not notice any italics, but you did a nice job of using the bold print.

6.Is the most important information located on the left side of the page and near the top whenever possible? Identify at least one part that could be better placed.
-Yes, Make sure that when you put your permanent address that you also make sure that it is as far to the right as it can go but also use the left alignment with that.

7.Does the content of the resume support the objective (if there is one)? Explain.
-Yes, I feel that it does support the objective.

8.Is the resume too short? Where can it elaborate? Job skills? Responsibilities? Education?
-Yes, I think that you need to elaborate on your areas of skills and maybe add one more point to responsibilities, but I definently think you should include references.

9.Is material sequenced in order of importance and relevance?
-Yes.

10.Do bulleted items begin with action verbs? Are list items ordered in terms of importance?
-Yes, you did a good job with this.

11.Does the resume avoid generalities and focus on specific information and professional terminology?
-For the most part.

12.Does the resume pass the Quadrant, Column, Squint, and Distance tests? Explain how the author might make improvements based on your test results.
-Yes, I just think that they would have you use the standard font and color.

13.What other observations can you make about the resume?
-I think that if you look back over it and add more of what I have stated that it would be a great resume.

Suggestions

What can the writer do to make the resume better tailored to the specific job being applied for?
-Maybe hightlight management skills more, rather than talking about how you are going to gain experience.
Is the layout and design pleasing to the eye? Make at least one suggestion for improving it.
-Yes, However the bullet points are very distracting and hard to read through.
Does the resume fit comfortably within the page (as opposed to being squished in or stretched out)? What can the writer do to improve it?
-Yes it fits comfortably, But maybe you could align your permanent address so it isn't floating randomly.
Is it easily readable (no confusing fonts, clearly marked sections)? What improvements can be made?
-Mostly, just the bullet points need to be fixed to aid the reader.
Does it use typography (including headers and bold and italics) appropriately and effectively?
-Yes, very effectively.
Is the most important information located on the left side of the page and near the top whenever possible?
Identify at least one part that could be better placed.
-Yes it is. As mentioned earlier- the permanent address could be right-aligned.
Does the content of the resume support the objective (if there is one)? Explain.
-Not really, I feel that the objective could actually be removed.
Is the resume too short? Where can it elaborate? Job skills? Responsibilities? Education?
-I could see a more elaborate work experience section. I feel there could be more skills talked about.
Is material sequenced in order of importance and relevance?
-Yes.
Do bulleted items begin with action verbs? Are list items ordered in terms of importance?
-Not all of them do. Yes, I believe so.
Does the resume avoid generalities and focus on specific information and professional terminology?
-I believe so.
Does the resume pass the Quadrant, Column, Squint, and Distance tests? Explain how the author might make improvements based on your test results.
-Yes, mostly. I would say that taking away all the bullet points, and adding more text to elaborate on the work skills would help all of those areas.
What other observations can you make about the resume?
-I feel that there could be more attention paid to spacing between headings.

I love the color!

I really like how you incorporated color into your resume; I feel that color often takes away from the professionalism of the document, but your resume still has a professional feel to it. I do agree with the others that you need to move your permanent address as far to the right as possible. Also, I personally, had my work experience bulleted similar to yours and everyone told me I needed to work on that too. I thought it made the section look well organized but apparently it actually makes it stand out too much from the rest of the document. I guess we both need to work on that section of our resumes.

Peer Review

Form and Style
Does the letter include all the necessary components (return address, header, salutation, introductory paragraph, body paragraph(s), and conclusion)? If not, what’s missing?yes
Does the writer use block format (all text flush with the left margin)?
Does the style of the letter suit the occasion? Is it too informal? Too formal or generic? Explain.yes, they do
Does the writer take the right tone? (E.g., come off as enthusiastic without gushing? highly qualified without bragging?) Explain.Yes, i think it was very prefessional how you presented your information.
Are there any spelling or mechanical errors? If so, identify them, either by listing them here or by circling them on a printed draft.
Content/Rhetorical ContextNot that i could find
Does the letter speak directly and specifically to the job ad, using keywords to organize the discussion of his or her qualifications? Even if it does, what could be done better? The letter could add more details about your educatioin.
Does the writer mention specific reasons why he or she has applied for the position? Explain. Yes, her objective
Does the writer identify specific skills, using terminology that other experienced people would recognize?Yes, through her previous work experience and education.
Does the introductory paragraph identify the position applied for, its source, and then the major reason(s) why the writer is well-suited?Yes, her objective explains why she wants the job
Does the conclusion say how the writer can be contacted for further discussion or an interview? Does the letter end on a high note? Explain.
What is the most important revision the writer should make? Explain.No but her beginning does.

just a few suggestions...

Your resume looks very good, but there are a couple things you could probably do to make it better. Your objective and education sections are nice, but your education seems to almost take up the page. I am not sure you need to include the second part under education (Purdue North Central). You would probably be fine leaving that off and adding another section listing skills or activities. Your work experience is great, but I am not sure if it would be enough. Maybe listing a club or two, or that you can use Microsoft office, etc. would better tailor your resume to the internship you are trying to obtain. Also I would look over your bulleted items under your work experience. Some of those could be worded better to make it more descriptive. Everything else looks good though. Good luck with the position if you apply!

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Your resume looks pretty good. Even with the color it still looks professional. Your resume is very well organized and easy to read. One suggestion that I would have would be to try and include different activities you are involved in whether it be at Purdue or just in the community in general. Even though your resume is one page, it doesn’t seem to contain a lot of information. With adding some activities you are involved in could help with landing your job. If you were to add some activities and still would like to keep it one page, you could possible reduce the font size used.