• 1. Start with a Strong Summary Statement: Use this top section to tell the reader who you are and what you aim to do. Even with no work experience, this is your chance to share your purpose.
• Example: A BBA student passionate about marketing and digital storytelling. Seeking an internship to apply my creative thinking and communication skills in a real-world setting.

This is the first thing recruiters see: make it count.

• 2. Highlight Your Education Smartly: Your academics can tell a story, too. Mention:
  • Degree, college name, and expected graduation year
  • Awards or academic achievements
  • Key subjects or projects relevant to the role

Pro Tip: If you have a strong percentage or GPA, flaunt it!

• 3. Projects Matter More Than You Think: Did you do a class project that involved research, presentation, teamwork, or problem-solving? List it! Talk about:

  • What the project was

  • Your role in it

  • Tools or skills used (like Excel, Canva, PowerPoint, etc.)

  • The outcome (did it win praise? Solve a problem?)

This shows initiative, collaboration, and real effort.

• 4. Don’t Skip Internships or Volunteer Work (Even Short Ones): Even one-week internships, shadowing experiences, or volunteering in college fests count. Employers want to see that you’ve explored the real world, even in small ways.
• Use bullet points like:

  • Assisted in data entry and learned Excel shortcuts

  • Coordinated 5+ volunteers for college fest registration

  • Managed Instagram stories during the XYZ event, improving reach by 30%.

• 5. Add a Skills Section (Tailored to the Job): Don’t just list every tool you’ve touched. Highlight what’s relevant to the job you want.

  • Soft Skills: Communication, teamwork, adaptability

  • Hard Skills: MS Office, Canva, Social Media, Python, Research tools, etc.

Pair each skill with proof in your resume (i.e., where you used it).

• 6. Certifications and Online Courses Are a Bonus: If you’ve taken a course on Coursera, Udemy, or via college, add it. It shows that you’re proactive and willing to learn.

  Example: Google Digital Garage: Fundamentals of Digital Marketing – May 2024

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• 7. Include Extra-Curriculars and Leadership Roles: Your involvement in student clubs, debate competitions, sports, and other extracurricular activities showcases your personality. Recruiters love candidates who do more than attend classes.

• Examples:

  • Class Representative for 2 semesters

  • Lead singer in college band – performed at 3 fests

  • Volunteer at blood donation drives

• 8. Make It Clean, One Page, and Error-Free: Use simple formatting, proper spacing, and one consistent font. Always proofread or ask someone to review it (or better—ask your career coach).