Some key points to a great resume:
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Keep it to one page. Having references on a second page is acceptable.
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Reduce and simplify wording. Bullet items or short concise phrases verses story or paragraph format.
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Select items that make you stand out from everyone else that has a love for animals.
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Objective statement: Be direct and specific about what you are applying for, adapting it to the circumstance/job you are seeking.
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Put most recent ANIMAL RELATED EXPERIENCES/SKILLS TRAINING at the top of any other work or education experience.
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SPELL CHECK!! Read and re-read your resume out loud, and to others.
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Resume Mistakes to avoid: information available here