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A curriculum vitae details a person's work experience, education, skills, and achievements. A standard resume for a job should be clear, concise, and easy to read. When writing your resume, present it in a clean, neat, and clean voice. Microsoft Word offers the option of creating a resume template with templates, or you can create your own using the formats in Word.

Steps

Method 1 of 3: Create a resume from a template (Word 2003, 2007, 2010, 2013)

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   Use Word's built-in template. As a first step, open a new document in Word by clicking “New” in the File menu. After opening a new document page, you can choose from the many built-in Word templates. Click “Templates” and select the resume template you see on the page.
   • In Word 2007, you have to click on “installed templates”.
   • In Word 2010, you select "sample templates" (for example templates).
   • In Word 2011, select "new from template" (create a new page from the template).
   • In Word 2013, the template will display when you click "New."

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   Download a resume template in Word. Word comes with many built-in templates for you to use, but you still have more options than on Office Online. You can find a resume template on the database and download the one you like. Open the new document and look for "resumes" in the Microsoft Office Online section.
   • In Word 2013, after clicking "New", you will see many templates and the search bar says "search for online templates" (find online templates).
   • After searching, you will find a variety of resume templates to try out.

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   Download templates directly from Office Online. You can view and download templates directly from Office Online without going through Word. Just go to https://www.templates.office.com and click on the resume and job application. You will find this item listed in the “Browse by Category” module on the left side of the screen.
   • Here you can view a variety of resume and resume templates, which are completely free and editable in Word.
   • You may need to be signed in to an online Microsoft account to use the template.

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   Finish template. Once you have selected a template that looks professional and suitable for the job you're looking for, you can remove the default text and add personal information. Format, look, and layout are essential to a standard resume, but they also can't hide spelling mistakes, grammatical errors, or squeaky accents.
   • Make sure to carefully write down every detail on your resume and go through it all at once.
   • All Word versions from 2003 to 2013 come with a few resume templates built in.

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   Create a resume with the wizard (Word 2003 only). If you are using Word 2003, you can use the built-in wizard. It will guide you through the entire resume writing and formatting process. The first step is to click on "New" in the File menu. This opens the New Document task pane. Select "My Computer" in the Templates tab on the left side of the task panel.
   • Click the “Other Documents” tab then select “Resume Wizard”.
   • Follow the instructions. A resume wizard will help you create your resume step-by-step.
   • If you don't find this option, it was not installed when you installed Word, you need to run the setup program again to install the wizard.
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Method 2 of 3: Create a resume without a template

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   Know what more information is needed. Resume templates are a useful tool if you're unsure of how to format your resume, or aren't confident using Word formatting tools or other word processing programs. If you want to create a resume in your own format and don't use a template, start with a plan in which to write your resume items and how to organize them. Your resume should have the following:
   • Education and qualifications.
   • Work and volunteer work experience.
   • Skills and qualities.
   • You need to write down contact details and confirm that you will provide more documents if required.

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   Consider making a resume chronologically. There are many different types of resume: chronological resume, functional resume, combined resume, cut off resume (CV). The chronological resume specifically lists your work experience from most recent to first: including title, date worked and job responsibilities. This type of resume helps show your progress over time.
   • Most chronological resumes cover only 5-10 years of work.
   • You may want to add positions from earlier because you think the experience is relevant to the position you are looking for.
   • This is the resume format that is popular with most employers in America.

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   Be wary with a functional resume. The functional resume will list your job skills first, then the positions you have held. It can be useful if you want to highlight your skills and cover gaps in your work history, however students or recent graduates should not use this format. This type of resume is only suitable for people who want to transition from their current job to another profession.

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   Try a combination resume. The third option is a composite resume, also known as a skill-based resume. This format highlights skills to the best, and combines them with practical work experience. This type of resume is more helpful if your skills are more relevant to the job than your work experience. However, some employers are unfamiliar with this format and they prefer a chronological resume.
   • The combination resume may list the key skills at the beginning before referring to experience.
   • This type of resume is suitable for those planning to enter the job market without requiring a lot of experience, or trying to change careers.

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   Consider writing an excerpt resume. Resume profiles are basically the same as resumes, just different in writing conventions. An excerpt resume is a comprehensive listing of the most recent job you worked on up to the previous one. Unlike a 1 or 2 page chronological or functional resume, in an excerpt resume, you only need to write your own work experience.
   • Profiles are often used to apply for jobs in Europe, apply to colleges, universities worldwide.
   • A resume is seen as a living document that records all of your work and accomplishments, often progressing and growing over time than a regular resume.
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Method 3 of 3: Resume Writing

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   Complete contact information. Once you've chosen your resume type, you can start writing.The first step is to provide your complete contact information at the top of the first page of your resume. Contact information includes name, address, phone number, email address.
   • If your resume is longer than one page, don't forget to add a name to each page's header.
   • The email address must be appropriate to apply for the job. Use real names or initials if possible.
   • Don't take lack of serious email addresses, such as "sly-dude", "foxymama" or "smokinhot."

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   Consider writing more goals. After the communication, you have an additional line of goals to affirm your career goals. Employers have mixed opinions about statement goals, so you should carefully consider whether to add to your resume. If you decide to add more goals, keep it short and focus on the position you're applying for.
   • For example, you could write the goal as "Want to contribute to the design of new word processing software."
   • Alternatively, you can add your desired position, such as "A position in health care and research."
   • Few people write your resume goals these days, you can add information to your resume.

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   Outline your education and qualifications. The order of items can vary, but usually starts with education levels and degrees. In this section you only need to list academic qualifications. List your colleges or vocational schools in reverse chronological order. Do not forget to write the time of graduation.
   • You can add one or two bullet points on specialty information if you find it relevant to the job.
   • This category usually falls behind work experience unless you recently graduated from college. In this case the level of education will come first.
   • If you have earned a certificate of merit or an award during your study and practice, keep it in your resume.

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   Detailed work experience. List the positions you have held in reverse chronological order, showing start and end times (month and year). In your timeline resume, you should write the date in advance. In the functional profile, you should list the title first. Select the main duties and responsibilities of each position, the accomplishments and skills that develop while working there.
   • Use bullet points to make it clear, easy to read, or skim the important paragraphs related to the job.
   • You can add a volunteer position if it is related to the job application or help you gain experience.

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   Add special skill item. You will notice that most skills are listed under education and experience, but you should still create a separate skill category. This is an opportunity to highlight skills and knowledge relevant to the position, but don't apply it to other resumes.
   • You can name the title "Other related skills" or simply "Skills".
   • Skills include: proficiency in foreign languages, a special understanding of software and computer programs, any special skills not mentioned.
   • Be careful not to repeat. You do not need to repeat over and over again that you have “excellent communication skills”.

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   Consider when providing reference information. Typically, you should only add reference name and contact information if requested. Usually the letter of recommendation will be sent after a few days. If your resume does not ask for a reference, simply write "reference information can be added if required" at the bottom of your resume.

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   Final format adjustment. After filling in the information, you can adjust the format as desired. Choose an easy-to-read single font, serif font (Times New Roman, Book Antiqua) or a sans serif font (Arial, Calibri, Century Gothic). Choose a font size of 10-12, except that your name at the top of the page can be set to 14-18. Bold your name, title and title.
   • Reasonable angle alignment. Word's default settings are also quite reasonable.
   • Left-justify the title. Single line spacing between the headline and the body, and double spacing in a new title.
   • Keep your resume on one page, if possible. You can adjust line spacing in the Paragraph dialog box, but don't get too cluttered.
   • Think carefully how you use the word and try to make it more accurate.
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Advice

• Adjust your resume to suit the job position. You can add, rearrange, and delete achievements or headings as required by the position.
• Don't wait until you find a job to update your resume. Whenever you get a promotion or have a big hit, add new information to your resume right away.

Warning

• The format and format of your resume reflects what you're capable of, so try to present it as best you can.
• Make sure all information in the resume is true and grammatically correct, not misspelled.