Resume
Key Resume Tips
- A job/project/internship description should have at least 2 bullet points.
- Action verbs must be in the past tense if you are not currently doing the job/project/internship (e.g. developed vs. develop). Otherwise, use present tense.
- Components of a strong bullet point = Action-oriented verb + detail about what you did + software/hardware/coding languages/technical tools/skills that you used + outcome, result, or impact of this accomplishment
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Example Resumes - Undergraduate
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Example Resumes - Graduate
Key Resume Tips
- A job/project/internship description should have at least 2 bullet points.
- Action verbs must be in the past tense if you are not currently doing the job/project/internship (e.g. developed vs. develop). Otherwise, use present tense.
- Components of a strong bullet point = Action-oriented verb + detail about what you did + software/hardware/coding languages/technical tools/skills that you used + outcome, result, or impact of this accomplishment
How Can I Get Help With My Resume?
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We are currently not accepting online resume submissions at this moment. For help with formatting, writing bullet points and more, please view our resume checklist, action verb document, and sample resumes on this website page. Thank you! 🙂
* When we are accepting online resume reviews, please note this service is only available to current UIC Engineering students and UIC Engineering alumni three years post-graduation
Drop in Hours
The Engineering Career Center offers in-person drop-in advising during the academic year from 10:00am to 4:00pm, Monday through Friday, except when the ECC office is closed for university holidays and career fair days.
Drop-in visits are typically 10-15 minutes long, which are suitable for resume reviews and quick questions. They are first come, first served, and subject to advisor availability.
Office location: Science and Engineering Offices (SEO), Suite 800 (8th floor)
851 S. Morgan St., Chicago, IL 60607