Human Resources Resume Samples
The average job receives hundreds of resumes for a single opening—so it’s up to you to grab the reader’s attention from the start! Review our human resources resume samples below for suggested phrasing, structure, and content when you apply to an internship or entry-level job. Remember that the examples below are meant as guides only. Your resume needs to reflect your value-add for the specific role to which you’re applying. Use a format that speaks to you, and include your unique academic and professional achievements.
Don’t forget to read our accompanying human resources cover letter samples here.
Human Resources Internship Resume Sample
CHARLIE SUZUKI
Charleston, SC | (000) 000-0000 | csuzuki@mydomain.com | LinkedIn.com/in/charliesuzuki
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Dynamic and reliable business administration major with ability to build relationships with people across all levels and bacjgrounds through diplomatic communication. Relevant coursework completed in business communications, marketing, and strategic human resource management. Familiar with ADP, MS Office, and ATS software (Kronos).
EDUCATION
College of Asheboro | Asheboro, NC (Expected May 2021)
Bachelor of Arts, Business Administration
GPA: 3.85/4.00
Joplin High School | Joplin, MS (June 2016)
GPA: 3.6/4.0
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Resident Adviser
College of Asheboro | Durham, NC (August 2019–Present)
- Demonstrate leadership, strong communication skills, and empathy by supporting 32 students academically and emotionally.
- Foster community and refer students to appropriate services as needed.
Administrative Coordinator
Buddy House | Durham, NC (Summer 2019)
- Answered all incoming calls, maintained administrative calendars, and coordinated team meetings for 62-year-old nonprofit.
- Tracked grant deadlines, printed grant proposals and reports, and submitted all materials to appropriate parties to meet deadlines.
Sophomore Representative
College Student Government Assembly, College of Asheboro | Durham, NC (Sept 2018–May 2019)
- Elected by peers as liaison between class and College of Ashboro staff.
- Founded Free Meals Program, which provides free meals for students in need.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION & CERTIFICATIONS
- Professional development chair of University College’s SHRM Chapter
Develop and facilitate presentations on behalf of the organization. - Conversational ability in Chinese.
Entry-Level Human Resources Resume Sample
CHARLIE SUZUKI
Charleston, SC | (000) 000-0000 | csuzuki@mydomain.com | LinkedIn.com/in/charliesuzuki
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Dynamic and reliable human resources assistant with ability to build relationships with employees across all levels through diplomatic communication. Knowledge of employee recruitment, hiring, and onboarding, as well as benefits administration, compensation, and performance management. Familiar with ADP, MS Office, and ATS software (Kronos).
EDUCATION
College of Asheboro | Asheboro, NC (September 2015–May 2019)
Bachelor of Arts, Business Administration
WORK EXPERIENCE
Human Resources Assistant
Travel Charleston | Charleston, SC (June 2019–Present)
- Work with Human Resources Director to recruit and hire eight new employees, including posting openings, performing background checks, calling references, and keeping candidates updated on their application status.
- Maintain and update ADP HR records related to employment status, benefits, performance reports, and grievances.
- Launch and sustain employee volunteer program, boosting office-wide morale and productivity and leading to 25% increase in employee satisfaction, as per year-end employee survey.
- Assist with internal event organization, acting as chief liaison to external vendors and internal staff for various events, including annual holiday parties, weekly lunch and learns, and employee trainings.
Administrative Coordinator
Buddy House | Durham, NC (Summer 2018)
- Answered all incoming calls, maintained administrative calendars, and coordinated team meetings for 62-year-old nonprofit.
- Tracked grant deadlines, printed grant proposals and reports, and submitted all materials to appropriate parties to meet deadlines.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION & CERTIFICATIONS
- PHR® (Professional in Human Resources®) certification.
- Conversational ability in Chinese.
- Resident Advisor, College of Asheboro (August 2017–June 2018)
Demonstrated leadership, strong communication skills, and empathy by supporting students academically and emotionally, fostering a sense of community, and referring students to appropriate services as needed.
