First Job Resume Builder
No Experience? We've Got You Covered
Create a professional resume for your first job - even with zero work experience. Our AI turns your school activities, hobbies, and skills into a resume employers love.
Perfect for Any First Job
Whether you're applying to retail, restaurants, or internships - we have templates that work.
How Our First Job Resume Builder Works
Creating your first resume is easier than you think. Follow these four simple steps to build a professional resume that gets you noticed by employers, even without work experience.
Choose a Student Template
Select from our collection of templates designed specifically for students and first-time job seekers. Each template emphasizes skills and education over work history.
Enter Your Information
Add your education, activities, volunteer work, and skills. Our guided prompts help you identify experiences you might not realize are valuable to employers.
AI Enhances Your Content
Our AI transforms your everyday activities into professional resume language. It suggests action verbs and highlights the skills employers in retail, food service, and customer service are looking for.
Download and Apply
Download your polished resume as a professional PDF. Print copies to hand out in person or attach to online applications. Start applying with confidence.
Built for First-Time Job Seekers
We understand starting from zero. Our tools are specifically designed to help students and teenagers showcase their potential, skills, and character to employers.
No Experience? No Problem
Our AI helps you highlight school activities, volunteer work, and transferable skills employers love.
AI Skill Suggestions
Automatically suggests relevant skills from your classes, hobbies, and extracurriculars.
Student-Friendly Templates
Clean, simple templates that highlight what matters when you're just starting out.
100% Free Download
Download your resume as PDF instantly. No credit card, no hidden fees, no tricks.
You Have More Skills Than You Think
Here's how to turn your everyday experiences into resume-worthy skills:
Communication
Examples: Class presentations, group projects, customer service
Teamwork
Examples: Sports teams, clubs, group assignments
Time Management
Examples: Balancing school and activities, meeting deadlines
Problem Solving
Examples: Math classes, fixing tech issues, creative projects
Leadership
Examples: Club officer, team captain, project leader
Reliability
Examples: Perfect attendance, completing assignments on time
What to Put on Your First Resume
Education
- School name and location
- Expected graduation date
- GPA (if 3.0 or higher)
- Relevant coursework
Activities & Experience
- Clubs and organizations
- Sports teams
- Volunteer work
- Babysitting, tutoring, pet sitting
Skills to Highlight
- Computer skills (Office, Google)
- Languages you speak
- Certifications (CPR, food safety)
- Soft skills (reliable, punctual)
References
- Teachers or coaches
- Club advisors
- Volunteer supervisors
- Family friends (not relatives)
Common First Resume Mistakes to Avoid
Even small mistakes can hurt your chances of getting hired. Here are the most common errors first-time job seekers make on their resumes and how to fix them.
Mistake: Using an Unprofessional Email Address
Solution: Create a professional email address using your name, like firstname.lastname@gmail.com. Avoid nicknames, numbers from your birth year, or anything that sounds unprofessional.
Mistake: Including Irrelevant Personal Information
Solution: Do not include your age, photo, social security number, or personal details like height and weight. Stick to contact information: name, phone number, email, and city/state.
Mistake: Writing in First Person
Solution: Instead of writing "I helped customers find products," write "Assisted customers in locating merchandise and answering product questions." Remove all instances of "I," "me," and "my."
Mistake: Listing Duties Instead of Achievements
Solution: Transform responsibilities into accomplishments. Instead of "Responsible for taking orders," write "Accurately processed 50+ customer orders per shift while maintaining friendly service."
First Job Resume FAQs
Answers to the most common questions about creating your first resume and landing your first job.