Harvard-Style Resume Guide
Create a professional resume that follows the Harvard standard format
The Harvard Resume Format
The Harvard resume format is a traditional, professional style that focuses on clarity and readability. It's widely respected across industries and is especially effective for academic, business, and professional positions.
JOHN DOE
123 Main Street, Boston, MA 02115 • (555) 123-4567 • john.doe@email.com • linkedin.com/in/johndoe
EDUCATION
Harvard University, Cambridge, MAMay 2023
Bachelor of Arts in Economics, Minor in Computer Science
GPA: 3.8/4.0
EXPERIENCE
Financial Analyst Intern, Goldman Sachs, New York, NYJune - August 2022
- Conducted financial analysis for client portfolios valued at over $10M
- Assisted in preparing quarterly reports and presentations for senior management
- Developed Excel models to track market trends and predict investment outcomes
Research Assistant, Department of Economics, Harvard UniversitySept 2021 - May 2022
- Collected and analyzed data for faculty research on economic inequality
- Co-authored a paper published in the Harvard Undergraduate Research Journal
SKILLS
Technical: Excel, Python, R, SQL, Bloomberg Terminal, Financial Modeling
Languages: English (Native), Spanish (Fluent), Mandarin (Basic)
ACTIVITIES & LEADERSHIP
Treasurer, Harvard Investment Association2021 - 2023
- Managed a budget of $15,000 for club activities and events
- Organized speaker series featuring industry professionals
Key Elements of the Harvard Format
- Contact Information: Centered at the top with name in all caps and slightly larger
- Clear Section Headers: All caps with horizontal lines for separation
- Reverse Chronological Order: Most recent experiences first
- Action-Oriented Bullet Points: Begin with strong action verbs
- Quantifiable Achievements: Include numbers and metrics when possible
- Clean, Professional Font: Times New Roman, Arial, or Calibri at 10-12pt
- Consistent Formatting: Maintain the same style throughout