Sample Employee Resume Format

(Your Name Here) 

555-555-5555 | wearewildcats@youremail.com| Lexington, Ky, 40505  

Your LinkedIn URL

Professional Summary/Summary of Qualifications (optional section): This is a useful section to highlight your accomplishments and skills as they relate to the position to which you are applying. It is also a wonderful place to provide years of experience. If the job requires 5 years’ experience, lead with that. If the job requires a specific certification, add that certification. This is valuable space in your resume. You are tempting the reviewer to read on.  

Example 1: Experienced Student Success Coach and mentor with 5 years of experience in higher education. Dedicated to helping students develop the skills and confidence they need to be successful in college and beyond. Worked with over 500 students, contributing to improved retention rates and academic success. 

Example 2: Certified Radiology Technician with a solid foundation in diagnostic imaging. Proficient in X-ray procedures, CT scans, and mammography. Committed to delivering compassionate patient care. Seeking to contribute expertise to a dynamic healthcare team. 

Experience (required section): This section is in reverse chronological order. Start from the present and list your jobs that are relevant. If you have limited experience, then list all jobs.  

Job Title (Dates of Service) 

Name of Company City, State 

• Use bullet points to show your accomplishments and quantifiable achievements. Try not to just describe your job (filing, answering phone calls,). Instead, highlight the impact you made.  

• If the job posting asks for certain skills, show you utilized these skills in this job.  

• Use action verbs – Achieved, Established, Exceeded, Overhauled, Developed, Constructed, Supervised, Collaborated, Implemented and many more.  

Job Title (Dates of Service) 

Name of Company City, State 

• You can use the C.A.R. method to build stronger bullet points (Challenge, Action, Results). Feel free to research this method and apply it to your work history. Example: (Challenge was communicate compensation information). Crafted clear and concise communications for employees at all levels improving understanding of compensation policies and increasing employee engagement. 

• Numbers are eye catching in a resume. Same Example: Crafted clear and concise communications for 500 employees at all levels improving understanding of compensation policies and increasing employee engagement quantified by 40% increase in positive feedback on employee survey. 

Education (required section): If you are a recent graduate, your education may go before your experience, especially if that education or certification is what qualifies you for the position. If you have work experience in the area, then experience would go first.  

Example 1: 

The University of Kentucky             Lexington, KY 

Bachelor of Science, Biology          (date optional) 

Certifications: 

Kentucky State Registered Nurse Aides License (SRNA), #555555  

American Red Cross CPR and First Aid Certification 

Example 2: 

Bluegrass Community and Technical College Lexington, KY 

Associate, Surgical Technology (date optional) 

Certification:  

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) obtained from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) 

Example 3: (Degree not completed) 

The University of Kentucky 

Completed 75% of credits toward MS in Computer Science 

Leadership (optional section):  

Example:  

UK Essential Leader Program Participant: 

• Graduate of a program focused on mentorship, communication, creative problem solving and professionalism. Completed 21 courses and gained skills in leading in a non-supervisory role and furthering the university's strategic goals.  

Key Skills (optional section): 

Example 1:  We are going to focus on hard skills or quantifiable soft skills  

DataStage | Tableau | Qlik | SSRS | Data Bricks | Power BI | Azure| SQL. | PowerShell 

Example 2: 

10 years customer service excellence | Solid HIPAA knowledge| Microsoft Office Certified | 

Excellent written and verbal communication | High level of respect for confidentiality  

Volunteer Experience/Awards/Hobbies/Interests (optional sections): 

This depends on space and if the sections add substance to your resume.  

Example: 

Volunteer Experience: 

Scout Leader  

• Guided and mentored a group of 14 fourth graders. 

• Organized meetings, planned activities, fostered teamwork and personal growth. 

President, School Foundation for Excellence 

• Actively contributed to the success of the School Foundation for Excellence. 

• Focused on fundraising initiatives to support educational programs and enhance opportunities for students within the school community. 

Example: 

Awards: 

DAISY Award Winner 2024: 

• Honored for exceptional patient care. Recognized for compassion, clinical expertise, and patient-centeredness. 

Example:  

Hobbies and Interests:  

Gardening with Native Plants: 

• Cultivating native plants to promote biodiversity and sustainable landscaping practices. 

• Demonstrates attention to detail, patience, and environmental awareness. 

Reading: 

• Exploring a wide range of literature, from scientific research articles to business analysis books. 

• Enhances research abilities and keeps informed about industry trends.