Sample Chronological resume for high school student without paid work experience


 

Emily Horth
220 Hudson Bay
Thompson, Manitoba, R8N 1J1
Home Telephone: 204 - 778-1994

 

Job Objective
To secure a full-time summer position, preferably working with the public and/or children.

 

Education

1998 R.D. Parker High School, Thompson, Manitoba
Currently completing Senior 3 courses (University Entrance Level)

 

Volunteer Experience

June 1996 - Present

Museum Guide and Interpreter
Thompson Nickel Museum, Thompson, Manitoba

Guided tours, answered questions from public and developed promotional materials.

July - August 1998

Day Care Helper
Little Friends Day Care Centre, Thompson, Manitoba

Assisted staff with special events and field trips.

 

Special Awards and Achievements

  • Member of the R.D. Parker Debating Team 1996 - 98, placing second in Provincial Debating Competition in 1998.
  • Participant in Junior Achievement program in 1997 - 98, receiving both the Achiever Award and the Rookie of the Year in 1997.
  • Honor Roll at R.D. Parker High School in Senior 2 and 3. Received Highest Mark Award for Senior 2 English.

 

Additional Information and Skills

Excellent Public Relations and Communication Skills:

I have strong writing skills, experience in public speaking, making presentations, preparing displays and brochure development.

Solid Office and Business Skills:

Typing of 45 wpm, familiar with IBM computers with WordPerfect 6.0 and completed Senior 2 Introduction to Accounting.