Dear JobsBlog: I've been reading this blog for nearly three months and it's great to hear news and tips from inside Microsoft's HR. I'm currently organizing my resume, so I've been researching about how to do it, using the tips posted here in the blog, Microsoft Careers website and so on. I'm a college student though, so I wasn't sure how that would affect how I structured my resume.



I'm happy to hear our tips are helpful! It's great to hear from someone who's passionate about the technology industry.

There's not just one way to create a high-impact resume for college or industry candidates. In college, your career advising center should be able to provide you with plenty of templates and even critique sessions if you want it. Keep in mind that college resumes will be a bit different from industry resumes because you may have less work experience or achievements starting out. You should feel free to include your extracurricular activities, your high school projects/awards, and anything else from your academic experience that helps you stand out from other candidates.

Good luck!

- Ginny