Resume Templates for Students & New Grads
No experience? No problem. Our entry-level templates highlight your education, skills, and potential to help you land your first job or internship.
Perfect For
Designed for those just starting their careers
Designed for Your Situation
Every element helps you compete with more experienced candidates
Education-First Layout
Prominently features your degree, GPA, coursework, and academic achievements
Skills-Based Format
Highlights transferable skills over work experience you may not have yet
Extracurricular Section
Dedicated space for clubs, volunteer work, and leadership roles
Project Showcase
Feature class projects, capstone work, and personal projects
Internship Ready
Formatted to highlight relevant coursework for internship applications
ATS-Optimized
Designed to pass through ATS systems used by employers hiring new grads
What to Include When You Have No Experience
Academic Achievements
- GPA (if above 3.0)
- Dean's List
- Scholarships
- Relevant coursework
Projects & Portfolio
- Class projects
- Capstone projects
- Personal projects
- GitHub/Portfolio links
Activities & Leadership
- Club memberships
- Leadership roles
- Sports teams
- Student government
Skills & Certifications
- Technical skills
- Soft skills
- Online certifications
- Language skills
More resources for new job seekers:
Entry-Level & Intern Resume
Students & new graduates
- Education Focused
- Skills-First Layout
- No Experience Needed
Graduates Hired
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I write a resume with no work experience?
Focus on your education, relevant coursework, projects, internships, volunteer work, and transferable skills. Our entry-level template is specifically designed to highlight these elements and help you compete with candidates who have more traditional experience.
Should I include my GPA on my resume?
Include your GPA if it's 3.0 or above. If your major GPA is higher than your overall GPA, you can list that instead. After 1-2 years of work experience, you can remove your GPA from your resume.
Can I use this for internship applications?
Absolutely! Our entry-level template is perfect for internship applications. It's designed to highlight relevant coursework, projects, and skills that internship recruiters are looking for in candidates.