Resume Tips

Learn to write and maintain a resume

Guide to translating your course work for the real world

This session featured perspectives from the following representatives from Google, sharing what makes a resume stand out at Google and beyond. Kavita – SWE & PM Rotator Barbara – AI Engineer Michael – Technical Recruiter Allen – SWE General Resume/Career Tips Resume Tips Here are some general tips the Google representatives had to make sure your resume is able to properly portray your story, skills, and capabilities. Must-Have Sections: Contact info: Use your personal email rather than your UofT one LinkedIn and GitHub Education: Post-secondary is enough, so no need to add your high school Technical skills: Order these from most to least proficient Work experience Projects Leadership / Activities Optional but Good: ...

Recap of UofT CS Department’s Resume and LinkedIn Workshop Key Themes Tailoring Your Resume: Align content with each job posting for maximum impact. Professional LinkedIn Presence: Build a profile that reflects both skills and personality. Networking Effectively: Use coffee chats and LinkedIn to build connections. Insights from Kate Grant Background Kate Grant, with a Bachelor’s in Literature, shared her unique journey from Silicon Valley during the tech boom. Her key message: “No one really knows what they are doing!” Embrace your uniqueness and always include something that makes you stand out. ...