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Education
• Institution name and location
• Degree type and major/minor
• Graduation date (month/year) or expected graduation
• GPA (required for student programs - aim for 3.0+)
• Relevant coursework
• Academic honors and scholarships
Work Experience (for each position)
• Employer name and location
• Job title
• Exact employment dates (Month/Day/Year format for start AND end)
• Supervisor name and contact information
• Hours per week
• Salary (if requested)
• Detailed descriptions using action verbs
• Quantifiable achievements
• Security clearance held (if applicable)
Skills Section
• Foreign language proficiency (with proficiency level)
• Technical skills (programming languages, software, tools)
• Certifications and licenses
• Specialized training
Relevant Coursework
• List courses directly related to national security
• Include projects, papers, or research relevant to the position
• Highlight any classified or sensitive work (if cleared to discuss)
Pro Tips
• Use keywords from the job announcement
• Be specific about accomplishments and responsibilities
• Demonstrate leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving
• Highlight any experience with sensitive information or classified materials
• Include volunteer work related to national security or public service
