Internship Resume

Best For

College students and recent graduates applying for internship opportunities

When to Use This Format

• You are a current student applying for an internship
• You have limited or no professional work experience
• Your coursework and projects are your strongest qualifications
• You want to gain professional experience in your field of study

Resume Structure

Contact Information

Name, phone, school email, LinkedIn, portfolio if applicable

Objective

Specific internship goal mentioning the company and what you hope to contribute

Education

Current degree, expected graduation date, GPA, relevant coursework, honors

Projects

Academic and personal projects relevant to the internship

Experience

Part-time jobs, campus jobs, or previous internships

Skills & Activities

Technical skills, tools, clubs, volunteer work

Pros

• Appropriate for limited work experience
• Education section carries more weight
• Projects can substitute for professional experience
• Shows enthusiasm and academic preparation

Cons

• Competes against other students with similar backgrounds
• Limited achievements to quantify
• No professional references to list
• May rely heavily on coursework which is common among applicants

Tips for This Format

• Always keep it to one page
• Include relevant coursework that directly relates to the internship
• Treat significant class projects as experience entries
• Mention specific tools, software, and programming languages
• Include leadership roles in student organizations
• Tailor your objective to each specific internship — never use a generic one

Other Resume Formats

• Chronological Resume
• Functional Resume
• Combination Resume
• Targeted Resume
• Entry-Level Resume
• Executive Resume
• Career Change Resume
• Military-to-Civilian Resume
• Return-to-Work Resume
• Creative Resume
• Federal Resume
• Academic CV / Resume
• Remote Work Resume
• Two-Page Resume