References should be listed on a separate page and generally shouldn’t be provided unless the employer asks for them.  Make sure you have 2-3 references from your current or past supervisors, teachers, or volunteer positions.  Family and friends should not be used as references.  Keep your reference list up to date and current so that you won’t have trouble connecting with them when you need to. Reference letters can also be helpful. So if you are not sure if you will be able to keep in touch with someone ask for a letter from volunteer placements, summer employment or educational placements.  This can really be important for youth starting their career paths, but make sure the letter focuses in on your responsibilities, accomplishments, skills and abilities. This will keep it relevant longer!
 
When choosing your references, make sure they will and can speak to your skills and abilities related to the position. You should also already know what they are going to say! Nothing is worse that being surprised by what a reference tells an employer. Take the take the time to talk to your references beforehand and ask their permission to use them as a reference.  Talk with them about the job you are applying for and send them an updated resume.  Bring several copies of your reference list with you to the interview, ready, and neatly typed.

1. Introduction
2. 3 Different Types of Resumes
3. Contact Information
4. Objective
5. Skills/Highlights of Qualifications
6. Work Experience/Volunteer Experience
7. Education and Training/Certificates
8. References
9. Samples
10. Help