Building a Resume Out of Highschool

• Chris The Grad
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• December 16, 2023

By: Chris The Graduate 

  Do you know what’s frustrating as a young adult wanting to get into the work field after high school? Employers always want a potential employee with experience. And even when you apply for an “entry-level” job, some form of experience still exists. But as a person out of high school with no job skills, how do you get experience and skills to pay the bills? Well from the stuff I have picked up over the years, it can spark a job.

So we need to build our resume right out of high school. But with no job experience, we can still find great skills to add. First off, let’s think about all the things you have done over 4 years of high school. Clubs, volunteering hours, extracurricular activities, and even hobbies you have. All of these activities can help us build our resume and showcase our skills. It’s important to highlight our accomplishments and highlight the most relevant experiences. This will help us stand out from other applicants.

For instance, if you have volunteered at a local animal shelter, you can mention it to show that you have compassion and a sense of responsibility. I remember volunteering for robotics and putting on my resume the skills I gained from doing this activity. And it really pulls people into my interest. And speaking of interest, I believe that hobbies are essential to put on your resume.

Hobbies can be a great way to demonstrate your enthusiasm and show potential employers that you have a varied skill set. They can also demonstrate your dedication and commitment to something outside of your professional life. Hobbies can provide additional context to your resume and help employers better understand your personality and interests. For example, a hobby such as playing an instrument or participating in sports can demonstrate your dedication to learning something new and your perseverance in pursuing your goals.

With this being said don’t just compile information into a Word document with a summary of everything you have done. Make the employer feel comfortable and not overwhelmed by what you have to offer. Make sure to keep the information organized and concise. Emphasize the most important points and provide evidence to support your claims. Proofread the document before submitting it. Have people you know and trust read and give you feedback and take feedback seriously.

It is very much possible to be hired while you are in high school or coming out of high school. You already have what you need to add to your resume. Now all you need is to make things better and easier on the eyes. You can start by making sure your resume is up-to-date and free of errors. You can also add any extracurricular activities or volunteer work you’ve done. Finally, make sure to include any relevant skills you may have. It’s like putting the finishing touches on a painting: you need to fill in the details and make sure everything is in place before it can truly be appreciated.