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Sample Resume

Sample RESUME

This is an example resume which can be used for college scholarships or applications. Include information that highlights YOUR strengths!

Name
Address
City, State  Zip
Phone #
Email Address (make sure it is appropriate!)

Education

Kirkwood High School                                                                       Expected Graduation: May 2015
College Major/ Career Goal:                                                              G.P.A. (only if good)
(include this only if you have one)                                                         ACT/SAT:  same                                                         

Honors and Awards

  • National Merit Semi-Finalist (12)
  • Lamp of Learning Academic Achievement Award (9, 10, 11)
  • Missouri All State Choir, (10,11)

High School Activities

  • Pioneer Yearbook Staff (10, 11, 12)
    -Editor in Chief (12)
    -Spend approximately 10 hours per week leading a staff of 75 students.
  • KHS Swim Team (10, 11, 12)
    -Varsity Team Captain (12)
  • KHS Choir (9, 10, 11, 12)
  • Spanish Club (9, 10, 11)

Community Activities

  • Meals on Wheels Volunteer (Summers, 2012-Present)
    -Deliver 3-5 meals to senior citizens every Saturday throughout the year.
  • Church Youth Group (9, 10, 11, 12)
    -Coordinated over 100 youth members for a 2-week mission trip

Work Experience

  • Kirkwood YMCA Summer Gymnastics Camp Instructor (2012-Present)
    -20 hours per week during the school year and 45 hours per week in the summer
    -Promoted to lead instructor after only 6 months of employment.
  • Kirkwood Library (2011-12)
    -Approximately 10 hours per week during the school year.