Building a Resume – Why Bother?
When working with high school students who are developing their profile, preparing for future academic challenges and, eventually submitting college applications, whether in India or abroad, one of the first things we do is encourage them to create a resume. Many people associate a resume with something you do just to get a job, but there are many additional uses for students. At The Red Pen the resume is the foundation of how we encourage students to think about their profiles. This is particularly useful if you are applying for undergraduate studies to universities in the US, where the admissions process is holistic , incorporating different aspects of a student’s profile. Read our article to learn more about applying abroad . Consolidating your academic, extracurricular & other achievements Creating a resume is a great way to have everything you’ve done, from 9 th grade onwards, in one place. Students lead such busy lives, and it’s easy to forget something you’ve ...