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Join the RedditResume Critique Project The First Ever RedditResume Critique Software Engineer Intern ResumeJuly 7, 2014 By Mark Slack, CPRW Make a Resume in MinutesThis marks the groundbreaking of the RedditResume project. Join usTable of ContentsRedditResume IntroductionSoftware Engineer Intern Resume Critique and TipsHello andWelcome to RedditResumeThe is the first edition of RedditResume, which will become an ongoing project.So what is RedditResume? First, a little back story.The backgroundIts a place where people can post their resumes to get critiqued, make edits, and increase their chances at getting a job.I really enjoy reading the resumes subreddit (https//www.reddit.com/r/resumes). Its a place where people can post their resumes to get critiqued, make edits, and increase their chances at getting a job. It sports over 13,000 subscribers, and has a surprisingly active community. Job seekers are constantly posting resumes to be critiqued but its never too many to prevent anyo ne from reaching the front page to get advice, and never too little so that the community becomes boring and stagnant.Simply put, the community is great. People put a lot of time and effort into responding to requests for resume critiques and they do it for free Its an efficient system, and Im sure its helped a significant number of people get mora interviews, and even jobs.So whats the point?My goal with RedditResume is to drive even more interest towards the r/resumes subreddit, and create a place where real professional advice is given freely and consistently. Even now, the community is fairly healthy, but I think it could become a robust space where resume writing professionals and career advisors can showcase their knowledge and skills, engage in collaborative debate, and help people find jobs from start to finish.Heres what Im going to be doing, and what I hope to see others do tooIf you dont have one, create a reddit account.Subscribe to https//www.reddit.com/r/resumesRespon d to resume critiques with in depth and helpful responsesPost on any social media that youve participated in RedditResume, include a link to your responseKeep track of the RedditResume hashtag add your own tips on others responses, give them praise, create debate and discussion, and generally create a positive and collaborative environmentUpvote the responses that you think are bestKeep track of the people youre helping. Are they getting interviews? Did they actually get the job?I think it could end up being an interesting experiment that could provide a lot of benefit to folks who need it.Today, I critiqued a resume by a college student studying computer science, hoping to land a software engineering internship. I asked for his permission to reprint his resume here, sans contact details. Ive also reposted the tips I gave him on Reddit.RedditResume Software Engineer Intern Resume Critique RequestThe following resume and my tips can be found at this URL http//www.reddit.com/r/resume s/comments/25f5rk/applying_for_a_software_engineering_internship/Do you agree or disagree with my tips? Please join the thread and make your own comment(Click to expand the resumes)(Note I changed the font size to 12 to make the resume more legible, and the contact details to maintain anonymity. Otherwise, it is exactly as originally formatted.)RedditResumeSoftware Engineer Intern Resume TipsHelloYour resume looks decent, but some making just a few changes would make it look more professional and increase your chances of getting interviewed.1. Change the introFirstly, change the title of your Objective section to Professional Profile, Career Summary, or Qualifications Summary. It doesnt matter which one. Objectives are viewed as outdated.The content of that introduction section will also need to change. What youve written To search for a position that will allow me to improve my current programming wont inspire anyone to interview or hire you. After all, everyone applying to those positions wants that. So how can you stand out?Tell the company why you would make a good fit for the job opening youre applying for. It seems like youve got a lot of relevant skills to offer as a software engineer. How many positions are you applying for? Do unterstellung positions emphasize having familiarity with the same programming languages and scripting, or different ones?Target your resume profile to reflect how youll fill the requirements needed to succeed and excel at the job. Dont talk about the benefits that youll get by being hired. TipLearn how to write a resume profile well and your job prospects will immediately improve.2. Education comes nextSince youre currently in school, your education section is more relevant than your professional experience (which currently only consists of volunteer work.)Your education section looks great otherwise.3. Next, volunteer experienceYour bullet points are phrased a bit awkwardly. Ideally youd list more than one responsibility (yo u have it labeled responsibilities).Maybe be more specific about how you assisted Year 7 students. Begin your bullet points with action verbs.Tutored struggling Year 7 students in algebra and reading comprehension would be better and more specific, for example.Instead of listing your skills gained, try to develop bullet points that convey how your communication skills improved, and how you demonstrated leadership skills.4. Change communication teamwork section to ProjectsWriting a resume without much work experience is tough, so I understand the impulse to create this section.First, rename it to Projects. Next create subheadings denoting individual projects you worked on (go for the major ones youve accomplished so far.)Under those subheadings, create bullet points reflecting tasks that prove your communication and teamwork abilities, and also your skills.Remove the part about struggling with a team programming task. At least rework it to sound more positive. Try to frame it in ter ms of working together to solve complex problems, rather than being given a helping hand.5. Skills The harder, the betterRight now, your skills section is filled with soft skills like teamwork, communication ability, keenness to learn, etc.As a software engineer, your hard skills are most important. (Its best to prove that you have soft skills in the bullet points of your Professional Experience / Projects section. Theyre more convincing that way.)Although you listed your skills at the top of your resume in your Professional Profile, I would re-list them. If your resume is read by an Applicant Tracking ordnungsprinzip (resume reading software), having more relevant skills keywords on your resume will give you a higher chance of getting through the robotic guardian.6. Get rid of References Available Upon RequestThis section is not necessary and considered unprofessional to include.Best of luck to youPS. A two page resume is acceptable increase the font size to 12.SEE ALSO IT Cover L etter TipsDo you agree with my tips? Leave a comment And please, join the RedditResume Critique Project.