Sample Resumes

Look through these sample resumes to get an idea of what to include in your own. Do not copy them directly! 

A resume should highlight your relevant skills and experience, tailored to the company and position to which you are applying.

Read our tips for getting started on your resume and how to create strong bullet points. We suggest that you read through job descriptions closely and take time to reflect on your experience. Once you’ve created your first resume, those that follow will be much easier. 

Develop your understanding of what ingredients add up to a great resume by perusing this resume sample where we’ve added pop-outs with explanations of each section: 

 

Please note: Many of these resumes have been adapted from resumes from real students at Columbia University, and they are all one-page resumes. 

The following resumes demonstrate ways to incorporate: 

Clinical Experience
Military Experience 
Engineering Experience and Project Work
Research Experience and Campus Leadership Positions 
Campus Involvement and Freelance Work
Administrative Skills and Film/Arts Experience
Dual Degree Student and Community Impact Experience
International Business and Consulting Experience
Service Work and Non-traditional Experience
First Year Student and High School Experience