
Jan. 28, 2022
Q: I’m applying to sophomore early assurance programs and I need to include a resume. Do you have tips on how to format it and what to include?
A: For the most part, the guide produced by the Center for Career Development will give you everything you need to create an effective working resume. Here are a few additional premed-specific suggestions:
- Incorporate the AAMC core competencies as you describe your experiences. For example, incorporate bullet points that demonstrate your teamwork, service orientation, communication skills, and reliability.
- Highlighting significant high school experiences is fine for a sophomore program resume, but be sure that college activities are also represented.
- Include short-term shadowing experiences (in person or virtual). You might not include these on a resume for an internship or job, but they’re relevant when trying to demonstrate how you’ve gained an understanding of your career of interest.
- Cater your resume to the program’s focus and the medical school’s mission. IDeA seeks creative thinkers; ACES and PASS are committed to diversifying the physician workforce and creating a community of scholars; PASS further emphasizes research and leadership. Read about how each medical school presents itself in admissions information. Try to convey your fit for what they offer in how you present your experiences.
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