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IU Student Athlete Resume Guide Student Athlete Well-Being & Development

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Student Athlete Well-Being & Development Resume: Your personal marketing document

Why employers hire student athletes?

Resumes are used to quickly determine whether or not you are qualified for the position in which you are trying to attain. Thus, your resume is often the only picture an employer or recruiter has of you, your abilities, and your accomplishments. Your resume needs to represents you and your abilities!

“Students athletes have

It is important that your resume focuses on what you’ve done, your skills, and why you are the best fit for that position or company.

but needs and demands.

Key Points:

understand the

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One page Place the most important information first Brief but sufficient information Use consistent and clear formatting Error and mistake free Avoid abbreviations, slang, and jargon Emphasize your unique skills Print on high quality paper Update frequently

the discipline and work ethic that a good employer not only wants

These students

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importance of high performance teams in an organization. And they come through the door ready to work, every day - showing up is critical” Keith Dayton, Kelley School of Business

As student-athletes, you are no stranger to long hours and hard work. With all the time you dedicate to your sport and academics, you have no doubt developed a strong work ethic, time management skills, and many more qualities that future employers look highly upon. It is your job through your resume to highlight such capabilities and skills that you’ve developed while competing and being a full-time student.

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Resume Sections: Contact Information    

Name (Your name should be the largest item on the page) Full mailing address (list both permanent and local addresses) Phone number(s) Email address (a professional email address; Ex: [email protected] or [email protected])

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Objective (Optional)

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Use when applying for a specific to the industry or position For a general resume, an objective is not needed Begin the objective with active verbs such as “seeking,” “desire,” or “to obtain” Only a sentence long

Education 

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Name of the institution o City and state where the institution is located o The degree you will earn (spelled out, e.g., “Bachelor of Arts”) o The month and year you earned (or will earn) the degree o Your major(s), minor(s) and concentration(s) o GPA if it is a 3.0 or higher (based on a 4.0 scale) If you attended another institution, list newest to the oldest by end dates If you have limited work experience, you can include a section “Related Coursework” and list upper-level courses related to your major or the position in which you are applying

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You don’t need to lists all the jobs/experiences you’ve ever had, just the ones that are most relevant to the position you are trying to obtain List the most recent job/experience first Where you worked How long you worked there Your job title Responsibilities and accomplishments o Indicate what you accomplished within a particular position o Begin with strong action verb in the past tense o Emphasize the benefit you made to the organization o A typical experience will have 2-4 accomplishment statements Include full-time, part-time, volunteer, internship, cooperative, laboratory, and clinical experiences relevant to your field, whether they were paid or unpaid

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Sport The years you played Accomplishments Time devoted to training per week Athletic scholarship Use action verbs in the past tense to describe the skills you have gained from participating in collegiate athletics

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This is section is your turn to shine. Highlight the skills you have developed over your years as an Indiana University student athlete. These skills should be able to catch the eye of a potential employer and make you a valuable candidate for the position. Below is a list of highly sought after student athlete skills:           

Confident Can work as a member of a team Strong character Time management Take criticism and direction to improve performance Strong work ethic Accountable Competitive nature Seeks and loves a challenge Goal Oriented Can lead a team

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Can perform under pressure Coachable and willing to learn Makes sacrifices Ability to be criticized Understanding the importance of preparation Great sense of discipline “Don’t quit” attitude Learns from mistakes Self-motivated Mentally tough

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Activities & Community Service      

Quality over quantity Include experiences where you have developed skills A brief description of activities performed o Begin with strong action verb in the past tense Who you served (a community group, specific individuals, children, etc.) Month and year you participated Any groups or organizations in which you belong to or held a position

Honors & Awards 

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Academic honors/awards (Academic All-American, Academic All Big-Ten, Scholar Athlete, etc.) Sport honors/awards (All-American, All Big-Ten, athlete of the year/week, school or team awards, etc.) Any other outside scholarship or awards (IU scholarships, Post-graduate scholarships, etc.) Years in which you received your honor/award

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Includes computer, language, public speaking, and science/laboratory skills Also list any certifications such as CPR, first aid, etc.

Checklist: Resume Checklist Is my name at the top of the page and in a bold? Is it the Largest on the page? Are my address, phone number, and email easily seen? Do I check these quite often? Is my resume one page in length? But not overcrowded.

Are verb tenses in the same tense? Past tense? Do the categories OBJECTIVE (optional) and EDUCATION follow directly after my contact information? Are all of my statements free of the first person (e.g. no references to “I”, “we”, “me”, “us”, “my”)? Is my resume completely spelling, punctuation, and grammatical errors free? Is my resume well organized and easy to understand? Content If using an objective statement, do I directly state what I am seeking and what I will bring to the position? Education: Does my resume include the institution, location, graduation date, major, degree, and GPA? Experience: Is well defined and information relates to the intended position?

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Is formatting (e.g. bold, font, bullet sizes, heading styles) consistent throughout the resume? Did I include the following headings: EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS, ACTIVITIES/SERVICE, and SKILLS? Are headings and statements evenly spaced?

Did I include places of work, locations, titles, and dates are all included? Do I have approximately 2-4 statements in bullet form per job/experience? Do my statements demonstrate major accomplishments and skills gained rather than routine tasks/duties? Do my accomplishment statements start with action verbs? Does my resume represent myself and my capabilities as an employee? Did I have my resume proofread multiple times by multiple people? Can my resume be easily scanned in 15-20 seconds?

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Action Verbs:

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Chris Smith [email protected] (812) 425-6509 Permanent Address: 8217 Maple Avenue Jasper, Indiana 46023

EDUCATION

INDIANA UNIVERSITY Bloomington, Indiana Bachelor of Science in Sport Marketing and Management Minors: Youth Sport Management GPA: 3.36/4.0

EXPERIENCE

INDIANA UNIVERSITY ATHLETICS, Bloomington, Indiana Sport Marketing Intern  Assisted the assistant athletic director with programs, events, and competitions for student athletes.  Utilized social media to encourage and highlight student athletes’ accomplishments.  Evaluated marketing tools and techniques to encourage a larger audience. Wrestling Camps & Clinics Instructor  Directed registration and camp set-up/cleanup.  Instructed campers on proper techniques.  Educated coaches, players, and parents about the program philosophies, recruiting and sport strategies.

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2013 – Present

2009 – Present

Student Athlete Advisory Committee Vice President  Informed representatives of duties and responsibilities.  Planned community service events and fundraisers for athletic teams.  Maximized social media to increase representatives’ participation. Camp Riley, Bradford Woods, Indiana Volunteer  Worked with children with disabilities through the adaptive activities.  Served as a role model for the children.

2010 – Present

Hoosiers Outrun Cancer Volunteer  Built balloon structures and set up registration area.  Reported to the assistant director the number of participants for the survivor category.

2009 – 2011

INTERCOLLEGATE ATHLETICS

INDIANA UNIVERSITY WRESTLING TEAM  Attended on athletic scholarship  Four year letter winner  Team Leader

2009 – 2013

HONORS/ AWARDS

IU Recognition Scholarship Academic All Big Ten Academic All-American Team Sportsmanship Award

2009 – 2013 2011 – 2013 2013 2013

COMPUTER SKILLS

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Macintosh OS

ACTIVITIES & COMMUNITY SERVICE

2013

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Current Address: 423 Center Drive Bloomington, Indiana 47405

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Jenny Carter [email protected] 523 Fess Avenue Bloomington, Indiana 47403 (812) 654-3671 OBJECTIVE Seeking the Wellness Coach position with Crimson Fitness and Wellness in which I can utilize my exercise instruction and customer service skills to contribute to the overall wellness of the Crimson Fitness and Wellness clientele.

EDUCATION INDIANA UNIVERSITY, Bloomington, IN (May 2012) Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology Major: Fitness Specialist GPA: 3.8/4.0 ACE Certification (May 2012)

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INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS INDIANA UNIVERSITY FIELD HOCKEY TEAM (August 2008 – May 2012)  Full scholarship  Two year starter  Committed 20-30 hours per week to weight training, skill work, practice, conditioning, film study, and meetings  Participated in leadership and team building exercises  Achieved individual objectives that ultimately contributed to the team’s success  Accustomed to performing in high pressured situations  Balanced academic and athletic time commitments effectively

FITNESS INSTRUCTION EXPERIENCE YMCA Bloomington, IN Fitness Program Intern (January 2011-Present)

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Developed and facilitated a fitness incentive program for 800 YMCA members resulting in a 15% increased of facility use by enrolled members

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Demonstrated the proper use of facility equipment to all new members

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Led 30-60 participants in 30, 45, and 60 minute CycleFit, yoga and aquatic sessions

Consulted with clients on the design of personal fitness plans in one-on-one environments DIVISION OF RECREATIONAL SPORTS, Bloomington, IN Group Exercise Leader (August 2010-December 2012) Designed routines with safe and effective options for participants of all ages FISHERS PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT Fishers, IN Recreation Intern (Summer 2009) • Programmed nine weeks of summer day camps for 75 children ages 6-12 • Designed and implemented 4 new activity programs and 2 new special events • Coordinated park rentals and events using Rec-Trac software • Supervised 15 counselors, organized training, coordinated activities, and facilitated weekly staff meetings

HONORS AND AWARDS All-Big Ten Team (2012) Phi Beta Kappa (2011) Founders Scholar (2010, 2011, 2012) Academic Honor Roll (2010, 2011, 2012) Academic All-Big Ten (2010, 2011, 2012)

SKILLS Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Type 45 wpm Strong public speaker CPR and First Aid for Adult and Child, American Red Cross

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Sarah Miller 123 Elm Street Bloomington, Indiana (812) 565-9423 [email protected]

OBJECTIVE

A challenging position in sales and customer service.

EDUCATION

INDIANA UNIVERSITY Bloomington, Indiana Bachelor of General Studies

May 2014

ATHLETICS

INDIANA UNIVERSITY WOMEN’S TENNIS TEAM Bloomington, Indiana  Scholarship athlete  Devoted an average of 30 hours per week to conditioning, practices, meetings, films, travel and game competitions  Demonstrated leadership, teamwork, and time management skills that can be applied to a business career  Achieved 100% attendance at practices and games for three consecutive years  Oversaw the smooth operation of the tennis team  Met with coaching staff on an on-going basis to address issues regarding team cohesiveness; and adherence to team, Indiana University, and NCAA Guidelines  Scouted high school talent; provided tours of campus and athletic facilities to prospective student-athletes and their parents  Assisted coaches with teammates’ stretching, conditioning, and nutrition guidance  Performed other duties assigned by Coaching Staff or Athletic Administrators  Learned and executed the policies and procedures governed by the NCAA

2010 – Present

LEADERSHIP EXPEREINCE

Student Athlete Advisory Committee Representative  Encouraged team members to participate in outside athletic events, community outreach, and career development  Represented women’s tennis at meetings and functions  Reported to the team upcoming athletic department events and challenge updates Peer Mentor  Served as a role model and mentor to 3-4 freshmen student-athletes  Offered suggestions and guidance regarding college life  Educated mentees on time management and balancing academics and athletics Greening Cream & Crimson  Educated football fans about the importance of recycling and which items are recyclable  Helped to keep Memorial Stadium clean and environmentally friendly by encouraging recycling  Distributed recycling bags and information cards to fans around Memorial Stadium to encourage recycling and help aid the department in the EPA Game Day Challenge Bradford Woods Leadership Retreat  Collaborated with student-athletes from various sports to create, develop, and implement strategies to successfully complete tasks  Used interpersonal skills within the team to build trust and community Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Type 45 wpm Strong public speaker

2012 – Present

SKILLS

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Relevant Coursework Fundamentals of Oral Communication Interpersonal Communications Public Speaking Practical Writing

2012 – Present

2012 – Present

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Jacob Brown 123 N. Windfall Drive Apt. A Bloomington, Indiana 47408 812-555-5555 [email protected]

Education INDIANA UNIVERSITY, Bloomington, Indiana,

May 2015

Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology Major: Sport Communication - Broadcast, Minor: Sport Marketing & Management; Telecommunications GPA: 3.1/4.0

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Extracurricular Activities INDIANA UNIVERSITY ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT August 2012 – Present Game Operations Intern  Maintain facilities for IU athletic events including setup, teardown, and parking  Implement crowd control and oversight for IU athletic events  Control electronic scoreboard system using Daktronics Inc. Venus 7000 software IUSPORTCOM January 2011 – January 2012 Writer  Wrote sports related articles to increase website interest and popularity  Live blogged IU Athletic Events giving people a chance to voice their opinion on IU athletics  Publicized with Social Media to gain awareness and exposure in order to increase website traffic HOOSIER SPORTS NITE September 2011 – September 2012 Production Crew Member  Operated television studio equipment, including cameras and soundboards, to produce show  Arranged television studio equipment into sets to maximize lighting and sound  Recorded and compiled video footage to be edited and implemented in the show

Intercollegiate Athletics INDIANA UNIVERSITY BASEBALL TEAM  Awarded a scholarship after walking-on  Two year starter  Devoted 20 – 30 hours per week to practice, training, conditioning, travel, and games  Participated in Big Ten Tournament and National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) tournament

August 2011 – May 2013

Leadership BASEBALL TEAM CAPTAIN August 2012 – May 2013  Elected by teammates and coaching staff as the underclassmen captain  Served as a team representative athletic department events  Liaised for underclassmen in coaches and staff meetings BRADFORD WOODS LEADERSHIP RETREAT October 2013  Collaborated with student-athletes from various sports to create, develop, and implement strategies to successfully complete tasks

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Used interpersonal skills within the team to build trust and community

Honors & Awards Academic All-Big Ten Team Defensive Player of the Year Sportsmanship Award Recipient

Skills

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Certifications: CPR and First Aid for Adult and Child, American Red Cross Technology: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Macintosh OS Language: Fluent in French

2012 – 2013 2013 2012

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More than 60% of employers say applicants lack “communication and interpersonal skills” (Workforce Solutions Group in St. Louis Community College)

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“44% of respondents cited soft skills, such as communication, critical thinking, creativity and collaboration, as the area with the biggest gaps” (Adecco)

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Bosses are more concerned with organizational and interpersonal proficiency.

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They want candidates who are team players, problem solvers and can plan, organize and prioritize their work.

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Companies say candidates are lacking motivation, interpersonal skills, appearance, punctuality and flexibility.

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More than 80% of employers want new grads they hire to have completed a formal internship, but only 8% of students say interning in a field related to their major is something they spend a lot of time doing. Instead, top extracurricular activities are hanging out with friends, working in an unrelated job or eating out. (Harris Interactive)

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“It is hard to correct a lifetime of bad habits in a short period of time,” Roderick Nunn, vice chancellor for economic development and workforce solutions at St. Louis Community College.

White, Martha C. "The Real Reason New College Grads Can't Get Hired." TIME.com. N.p., 10 Nov. 2013. Web. 12 Nov. 2013.

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