Brooke County Libraries - Resume Tip #8
Use the reference section space to your advantage.
The reference section of your resume is one of most flexible, usually located at the bottom of the page.
Don't overword this portion of your resume. Actually, if you are pressed for space, stick with a simple "References available upon request."
A lot of sample resumes say you should include all contact information for your people. A good rule of thumb is to only give first and last name and a phone number. The exception should be if you are trying to fill a one page resume, such as a young person who has only held one or two job positions.
The reasons for keeping this section small are as follows. You should be tailoring your references to suit the job position you're applying for specifically. Also, there is next to no reason an employer would need the home address or job title of your reference. They can ask when they reach out by phone or email if needed. Finally, your job application will ask for additional information from your references and you don't need it on your resume as well.
Remember! Keep your reference section short and sweet.
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