Resume Samples
The overall objective of your resume is to provide a composite snapshot of who you are and what
skills, abilities, and knowledge you have acquired through coursework, projects, self-taught initiatives,
service-learning, student organizations, volunteer work and employment. The emphasis lies on what
you have to offer rather than a chronological timeline.
The following resumes were developed to help UCF students to better compete for internships and co-
ops. Please use these examples to create your own unique style and clearly represents your academic
and professional background.
A few reminders:
• Do not use these examples as templates
• Use descriptive action verbs
• Check for spelling, grammar, punctuation, and correct verb tense
• Minimize lines, graphics, or other distracting visuals
Table of Contents – Education & Helping Professions Resumes
Education…………………………..……………………...………………………………………...Page 1
Elementary Education…………………………………………………………………………...….Page 2
Psychology, Behavioral Forensics...………………………….…………………………………….Page 3
Psychology………………...….…………………………….………………………………...…….Page 4
Secondary Education……………………………………….………………………………...……..Page 5
Social Work……………...………………………………….………………………………...…….Page 6
Name
Address
Phone Number Email
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education May 20XX
University of Central Florida
,
Orlando, FL
CERTIFICATIONS
Florida Professional Educator License
CPR/First Aid
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Student Teacher, ABC Elementary School, 3
rd
Grade, Orlando, FL September 20XX-December 20XX
• Conducted spelling and reading lessons for 25 students
• Instructed students in social studies on geographic aspects of community by using Google Maps to
show landmarks within the Orlando community and culminating in each student creating his or her
own neighborhood map
• Created an interactive bulletin board for students’ pictures about “What makes me smile!” to teach
dental hygiene
Student Teacher, New Elementary School, 1
st
Grade, Orlando, FL January 20XX-May 20XX
• Observed class and assisted teacher with classroom management of 20 students resulting in cooperating
teacher recognizing my intuition and ability to quickly build rapport with students
• Answered questions during learning station sessions for problem solving and creative thinking
• Led one-on-one spelling games for children to prepare them for weekly spelling test
OTHER EXPERIENCE
Peer Career Advisor, UCF Career Services, Orlando, FL August 20XX-May 20XX
• Assist students with résumé writing, interviewing, and other skills related to the job search process for
both internship programs and career opportunities
• Conduct career workshops and presentations to classes and students organizations
Camp Counselor, Camp Echo, Orlando, FL (Summer) June 20XX-August 20XX
• Developed lesson plans encouraging hands-on creativity and social skills
• Co-supervised swimming pool during daily open swim hours
ACTIVITIES
Volunteer, The Big Event, Orlando, FL April 20XX, April 20XX
• Contributed to a community-wide event where students and faculty of UCF cleaned, swept, and
beautified the larger Orlando community
MEMBERSHIPS
Member, UCF Student Education Association 20XX-20XX
Student Member, National Education Association 20XX-20XX
Name
Address Phone Number
City, Zip Email
Education: University of Central Florida Orlando, FL
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education May 20XX
Licensure: Professional Educator License (PEL) June 20XX
Early Childhood Education, birth through grade 3
Self-Contained General Education, birth through grade 3
Field Saddlebrook Elementary, Grade 1 January 20XX – May 20XX
Experience: Student Teacher
• Maintained classroom management using a daily bell ringer, solid agenda, prompts and one on
one check-ins
• Participated in the School Improvement Plan during Professional Development staff meetings
• Collaborated with a translator to communicate with parents about student progress and behavior
• Assessed student learning formally and informally using a variety of assessments and grading
rubrics
• Implemented student activities and projects using collaborative and individual learning
approaches
• Worked one on one after school with special needs students to assist with lesson comprehension
Hawthorne Scholastic Academy September 20XX – December 20XX
Student Teacher
• Planned lessons for children ages 3-5 years old, including fire safety using Safe Play! kit which
encouraged safety skills, vocabulary, and group interactions
• Utilized the Creative Curriculum which included weekly physical changes to the classroom
environment and family/community involvement
• Coordinated 10 educational field trips for school year to places such as the Navy Pier Children’s
Museum and Field Museum
• Led students in creating “My Stories” books which included self-portraits and family narratives
Other UCF Career Services August 20XX – July 20XX
Experience: Career Peer Advisor
• Advise students on resume writing, job-search skills, professional correspondence, career and
company research, graduate school research and application process, and interviewing tips
• Promote services through outreach presentations to on-campus groups, classes, and career
workshops
• Assist with online recruiting system, on-campus recruiting, job listings, and on-campus
employment
Duval County Parks & Recreation January 20XX – August 20XX
Cheerleading Student Volunteer
• Taught girls, from third to fifth grade, the foundations of cheerleading (cheers, dances, and
stunts)
• Choreographed routines for five local and state competitions
Honors: Certificate of Outstanding Performance May 20XX
UCF College of Community Innovation and Education
Activities: Member, UCF Black Student Union August 20XX-Present
Member, UCF Student Education Association December 20XX-Present
Name
Address | Phone Number | Email | LinkedIn
OBJECTIVE To use personal strengths and experience in the field of Psychology to help
clients in need of services provided by your organization
EDUCATION University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Certificate: Behavioral Forensics
Graduation: December 20XX
RELEVANT Advanced Research Methods, Crime in America, Juvenile Delinquency,
COURSES Abnormal Psychology, Personality Theories, Psychosocial Psychology, Clinical
Psychology, Forensic Psychology
SKILLS SPSS, SAS, PsychInfo
Bilingual in English/Spanish
RELEVANT Department of Juvenile Justice Orlando, FL
EXPERIENCE Juvenile Justice Intern (May 20XX – Aug 20XX)
• Made initial contact with clients accused of crimes
• Attended court sessions and put together case files
• Received and screened youths being brought to detention center by law
enforcement and met with youth being supervised by the department
• Input data into Juvenile Justice Information System (JJIS)
Orlando Police Department Orlando, FL
Police Intern (Sept 20XX – Dec 20XX)
• Rode with officers to crime scenes and assisted police dispatcher
• Input evidence into log and ensured that dates matched
• Filed evidentiary and other paperwork and verified times and dates
RESEARCH UCF Department of Psychology Orlando, Florida
EXPERIENCE Population Variables Lab Research Assistant (Jan 20XX-Present)
• Collaborated with professor on current research projects and tasks.
• Assisted with project research and design
• Conducted literature searches using Psychinfo, University library
database
• Assisted with data coding; input and analysis using SPSS
COMMUNITY National Kidney Foundation
SERVICE August 20XX-Present
NAME
ADDRESS | CITY | PHONE| EMAIL
EDUCATION
University of Central Florida, Orlando, Florida
Bachelor of Science: Psychology | Minors: Philosophy
Graduating May 20XX
EXPERIENCE
Honors Symposium Team Leader | Burnett Honors College | Orlando, Florida
August 20XX – Present
• Helped to ensure that freshman in the Burnett Honors College (BHC) experienced a smooth transition
from high school to college
• Led breakout discussions, planning, and guiding conversations to reinforce and enrich the lessons
provided by the various speakers
• Supported students as a resource offering advice and guidance in their first year of studies
Research Assistant | Institute for Simulation and Training | Orlando, Florida
March 20XX – July 20XX
• Performed literature searches and reviews using multiple platforms, compiled relevant articles, and cited
peer reviewed journals in APA format
• Conducted over 25 experiments, collecting data, and balancing human interaction with scripted activities
• Collected and transcribed data in Excel, including relevant notes taken during the experiment
• Gained practice in interpersonal and formal research providing input based on my experience to the
Burnett Honors College leadership on how to improve the classroom environment
Golf Course Staff | Lemon Bay Golf Club | Englewood, Florida
April 20XX – August 20XX
• Worked as golf course staff helping with incoming and outgoing playa and cleaned the course and
clubhouse.
• Managed the range and helped to train new employees
• Learned the value of hard work developed my leadership in helping newer staff members.
• Discovered the importance of customer service while maintaining communication with managers
UNIVERSITY INVOLVEMENT
UCF President’s Leadership Council April 20XX – Present
• Represents the Office of the President and working a variety of university events throughout the year
Tech Knights January 20XX – Present
• Active member and social media coordinator
Honors Congress August 20XX – Present
• Represents Honors College students as a voice of leadership, advocate for social change for the Dean
LEAD Scholars Academy August 20XX – May 20XX
• LEAD Scholar graduate, completed more than 78 service-learning hours
HONORS & ACHIEVEMENT
• National Merit Scholar April 20XX
• Dean's List, College of Sciences Fall 20XX
• President’s Honor Roll Fall 20XX
NAME
Address Email
City, State Zip Code Phone Number
Education
University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL December 20XX
Bachelor of Science, Secondary Education – Biology Track
Endorsements: Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, Physics Bachelor of Sciences, Biology
Minor: American Sign Language
Teaching Experience
Substitute Teacher, Grades 9-12 January 20XX-Present
123 High School, Orlando, FL
• Developed and implemented a four-week module detailing the daily lessons and long-term goals of a
thermodynamics unit consistent with the National Science Education Standards
• Facilitated student preparation for the State of Florida Physics Competition which included designing and
building mouse trap cars and self-moving catapults
• Coordinated a workshop between students and scientists from the BASF chemical company utilizing
Skype technology
• Incorporated knowledge of American Sign Language into lessons to accommodate the needs of a student
with a hearing disability
Practicum Student, Grade 9 August 20XX-December 20XX
ABC High School, Sanford, FL
• Introduced SMARTBoard technology with an interactive PowerPoint presentation on cell anatomy
• Co-taught a two-day lesson on Gregor Mendel and genetics with an original graphic organizer
• Restructured existing final project rubric to adhere to the Iowa Core Science Standards
Practicum Student, Grade 11 January 20XX-May 20XX
Miami High School, Miami, FL
• Led a tutorial on safe laboratory practices and usage of equipment such as Bunsen burners
• Assisted students in laboratory groups during chemistry experiments
• Updated student homework assignment calendar on classroom website on a weekly basis
Leadership Experience
Campus Activities Director August 20XX-May 20XX
Alpha Delta Pi Sorority
• Managed the schedule of meetings, rehearsals, philanthropies, and gatherings of all members in
preparation for Homecoming and Greek Week
• Produced all aspects of group performances including styling, choreographing, and script writing
Peer Mentor June 20XX-May 20XX
SLS 1501 Freshman Seminar Course
• Served as a mentor for first year students to support their transition to UCF
• Built relationships with professors who provided support and advice to new students
• Acquired skills in community-building, academic success, and interpersonal communication through
leading course activities
Professional Development
Teacher Leader Certificate August 20XX, 20XX, 20XX
College of Education, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL
Boot Camps:
• Assessment: Bully Prevention: School Climate, Anti-Social Behaviors and You
• Technology: SMART Notebook for SMART Instruction
Workshops:
• Assessment in Science Education
• 140 Characters to be a Better Teacher: Teachers Who Use Twitter
Name
Address
Phone Number
City, Zip Email
OBJECTIVE
Obtain a social work position serving children and families in low-income neighborhoods
EDUCATION
University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL GPA: 3.2
Bachelor of Social Work May 20XX
RELEVANT COURSEWORK:
Understanding Generalist Practice Human Behavior & Social Environment SW Perspectives on Social Justice
CERTIFICATIONS:
• CPR/First Aid
• Bystander Intervention Certifications: Red Watch Band, Green Dot, & QPR
SKILLS
• Fluent in Spanish
SOCIAL WORK EXPERIENCE:
Oviedo Youth and Community Services, Oviedo, FL Social Work Intern Jan 20XX – Aug 20XX
• Co-facilitated weekly art therapy groups in day treatment program for severely ill clients
• Provided outreach services to local community center
• Observed supervisor in client sessions
OTHER EXPERIENCE:
UCF Career Services, Orlando, FL Career Peer Advisor Aug 20XX – Present
• Edit and critique resumes of undergraduate students to assist with student employment searches
• Conduct presentations on career topics including, connecting with Career Services, and utilizing Handshake
• Develop and marketing materials for Career Readiness events and programs
• Assist students with scheduling appointments and check-in process
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Florida, Winter Park, FL Volunteer Mentor Aug 20XX – May 20XX
• Met with mentee in weekly basis to build their self-confidence, improve peer interaction & academic
abilities
• Collaborated with staff and other mentors to create a plan that focused on developing mentees academic
and personal goals
LEADERSHIP:
UCF Students Empowered Against Sexual Assault Public Relations Director Aug 20XX – Present
• Collaborate with fellow executive board members to educate and empower peers about campus sexual
assault
• Publicize club activities; create and coordinate events to promote awareness
