Resume formatting, common interview question types, and job search etiquette for first-time job seekers.
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- What are standard resume margins?
- 0.5 to 1 inch on all sides
- What font size should a resume use?
- 10 to 12 points for body text
- How long should a resume be for a first-time job seeker?
- One page
- What are the five main sections of a resume?
- Contact information, summary or objective, experience, education, and skills
- Name three strong action verbs for resume bullet points
- Managed, created, developed, improved, led, or organized
- Should you include references on your resume?
- No, provide them only if requested
- Should you include your GPA on your resume?
- Only if it is 3.5 or higher
- How should you address a gap in your employment history?
- Be honest and brief, mentioning any relevant activities or skills gained during the gap
- What format should resume bullet points use?
- Start with an action verb and keep them concise, one or two lines each
- What file format should you send your resume in?
- PDF, unless the employer specifically requests a different format
- What is the most common opening question in a job interview?
- Tell me about yourself
- What are behavioral interview questions?
- Questions that ask how you handled specific situations in the past
- What does the STAR method stand for?
- Situation, Task, Action, Result
- What is a situational interview question?
- A question that asks how you would handle a hypothetical workplace scenario
- When should you discuss salary expectations in an interview?
- Only after the employer brings it up or late in the interview process