Basic fresher resume issues:
- The core issue is that a resume must be a useful document to its readers. You must provide relevant information.
- Any prospective employer has their own specific criteria hence you should address these criteria in full.
- There's no such thing as an all-purpose resume. Your basic information will be similar, but you will need to modify it for different employers.
- Research the employers business. This can save you from major blunders and provide very useful information.
- Stick to solid facts unless additional information gives you a clear advantage.
Formatting your Resume:
- Your resume must be easy to read. Always think of readers need.
- Use dedicated sections, not just headers to split up your resume into simple segments. This is to help the reader focus on specific information like qualification etc.
- Make sure that your resume has a credible professional look and use color to break up your sections.
- Allow space for your information. Don't try to cram things into spaces which are too small.
- There is a specific format for FRESHER resumes apart from obvious baseline information required. If you have information regarding the internships and projects include it the resume.
- Name and contact info header- Large standard format (should be easy to read)
- Career Objectives - Keep this section brief and clear.
- Qualifications- Spell out relevant information. Make sure you are providing all information required and clearly define your skill sets in terms of application requirements.
- Software Skills- This is a common requirement for many employers and a major checklist criteria items for some.
- Relevant practical experience- Projects, Internships, Related academic work if applicable. Ensure that you address the employers high priority requirements in this section.
- Achievements- Clearly define your achievements. Expand to include relevant position requirements.
- All employers criteria addressed?
- Looks good?
- Includes all your high-value information?