The 3 Biggest Mistakes on Your Resume MYA MENDOLA A solid resume is a surefire way to put students ahead on the search for an internship, a full-time position, or even a side hustle. Resumes are often the job’s first impression of an applicant and are meant to summarize a person on paper. This makes every resume a little different, contingent on personal preference, industry preference, and situation. Because of this, it is tremendously important to be proud of how you are presenting yourself on that single sheet. While on the journey of creating a document you can be proud of, there are three elements to consider to bring your paper identity to the next level. These are three common mistakes that, once corrected, will set students on a path of success.
1. You aren’t using your resume enough because you underestimate your qualifications.
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According to Rebecca Dordel, Carlson School Career Coach, “the job description is a treasure map.” It lays out what the employers are looking for entirely. However, it is not necessary to meet every single job description requirement to apply for the position. If you meet the majority of the requirements, Dordel said you are still a very strong candidate. This is important to recognize because studies have shown that younger applicants and women tend to shy away from applying to jobs unless
