Resume Writing

A resume is a working document designed to get you to the next step – the interview! A resume should be updated over time and may be adjusted for each position you apply for. You may receive many different opinions regarding your resume. Though there are established guidelines for student and professional resumes, you should include what feels best for you because you will be asked to elaborate in an interview—do not misrepresent yourself in any way.

We suggest having your resume reviewed by a career counselor and/or employer.

CCS Associate Dean, Tom Fitch, reviews a student resume

You can:

Come to CCS during walk-in hours
Make an appointment with a career counselor by stopping in or calling the CCS front desk
Attend employer resume reviews through the Employer-in-Residence Program

Office and Walk-In Hours

Commerce Career Services is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Stop by Rouss Hall, Suite 407, or call 434-924-7986 to schedule an appointment with the staff for individual advising or in-depth resume assistance.

During walk-in hours, students may come in for 15-minute appointments designed for quick questions and/or resume reviews. They are held Mondays and Thursdays, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., and Tuesdays, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.