new_injuneer
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I am trying to switch careers into structural engineering. My full background is listed in a thread below for anybody who is interested.
Basically, I would like suggestions on how to format my resume. I have three semesters in a BSCE program and I have done excellent.
I also have 9 years experience in Environmental Consulting. Related field. My resume as it stands right now just lists my degrees and the GPAs and then the rest is just all my prior experience. Should I play up the school part more? Mention projects I've done for professors? Mention what I've learned in classes? Mention that I was the top student in a few classes (that one seems kind of cheesy)?
I also have not converted it to a functional resume where you list how the skills you gained in your prior experience would be valid for the field you are switching into. This is because I assume that structural/civil engineers have some idea of what Environmental Consultants do, and they can see how the skills would translate. Of course, I'm going to mention the project management, dealing with government agencies, knowing regulations, and report writing experience foremost.
I know I've asked a lot of questions here. But you guys have been really helpful. Thanks.
Basically, I would like suggestions on how to format my resume. I have three semesters in a BSCE program and I have done excellent.
I also have 9 years experience in Environmental Consulting. Related field. My resume as it stands right now just lists my degrees and the GPAs and then the rest is just all my prior experience. Should I play up the school part more? Mention projects I've done for professors? Mention what I've learned in classes? Mention that I was the top student in a few classes (that one seems kind of cheesy)?
I also have not converted it to a functional resume where you list how the skills you gained in your prior experience would be valid for the field you are switching into. This is because I assume that structural/civil engineers have some idea of what Environmental Consultants do, and they can see how the skills would translate. Of course, I'm going to mention the project management, dealing with government agencies, knowing regulations, and report writing experience foremost.
I know I've asked a lot of questions here. But you guys have been really helpful. Thanks.