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Q&A How can I avoid using I repetitively in a resume/about me?

Speaking as a former division manager of a public company that has hired dozens of programmers and engineers and read hundreds of resumes: Use "I". It is expected. Stick to the facts, do not enga...

posted 6y ago by Amadeus‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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#4: Attribution notice removed by user avatar System‭ · 2019-12-19T22:13:29Z (over 4 years ago)
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#3: Attribution notice added by user avatar System‭ · 2019-12-08T09:21:27Z (over 4 years ago)
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#2: Initial revision by (deleted user) · 2019-12-08T09:21:27Z (over 4 years ago)
Speaking as a former division manager of a public company that has hired dozens of programmers and engineers and read hundreds of resumes:

Use "I". It is expected. Stick to the facts, do not engage in puffery, but do not be afraid to note very positive results; either (as you have).

Do not be so stilted in your language. I would not use the word "utilize", "use" is sufficient. "Currently" is not necessary either.

> Currently I am looking for internship opportunities that can utilize my existing programming skills and allow me to expand them further.

> I would like an internship that uses my existing programming skills, with opportunities to expand them further.

> ... My primary interests _are_ in ...

> ... and _I_ am well versed ...

I would not mention any other hobbies unless they directly relate to your technical skills. None of yours do (not even modding phones, which suggests you are a hacker).

> My long term goal _is_ a career in Web/Android development.

> Thank you for your consideration, my contact information is on my resume, and below:  
> Azat@example.com  
> Cell: 999-999-9999  
> etc.

Good luck.

#1: Imported from external source by user avatar System‭ · 2018-07-11T17:46:36Z (almost 6 years ago)
Original score: 3