1. About.com
  2. Education
  3. Distance Learning

Discuss in my forum

25 Powerful Verbs for Your Resume

By , About.com Guide

Whether you’ve finished your online program and are looking to use your new degree to land a rewarding career, or are still taking classes while searching for a job to keep you afloat, creating the perfect resume is a must. Describing your studies in a desirable light can make you seem like a more desirable employee. When an employer is sifting through the piles of applications, action words are the most likely to catch the eye. The right verbs can make a resume stand out and give your future boss a better idea of your accomplishments and abilities. So, when you sit down to make your education seem top-notch, keep these 25 powerful verbs in mind:

Created
Studied
Excelled
Formulated
Designed
Led
Produced
Supervised
Formed
Managed
Honored
Recognized
Accomplished
Achieved
Wrote
Served
Executed
Constructed
Generated
Initiated
Negotiated
Operated
Mastered
Developed
Presented

©2012 About.com. All rights reserved. 

A part of The New York Times Company.