The Lawrence County Job Fair Is Coming — But Is Your Resume Ready?
If you’re planning to attend the Lawrence County Job Fair on April 29, 2025, one of the best things you can bring with you is a solid resume. A resume is like a one-page flyer that tells employers who you are, what you’ve done, and what you’re good at. It helps them decide who to talk to and who might be a good fit for their job openings.
Even if you’ve never made a resume before, or don’t know where to start, this guide will walk you through it step by step.
What You’ll Need to Make a Resume
You don’t need a fancy computer or expensive software. You can make a great resume using free tools on almost any device.
If you have a Windows computer:
Microsoft Word
Or Word Online at office.com (free with a Microsoft account)
If you have a Mac:
Pages (free on Mac)
Or Microsoft Word for Mac
Free tools anyone can use:
Canva (www.canva.com/resumes) – user-friendly with free templates
Google Docs (docs.google.com) – free with a Gmail account
Step 1: Start With Your Name and Contact Info
At the very top of the page, type:
Your full name
Your phone number
Your email address
Your city and state (you don’t need your full mailing address)
It should look something like this:
John Smith
Moulton, AL
(256) 555-1234
johnsmith@email.com
Step 2: Add Your Work Experience
This is where you list the jobs you’ve had. Start with the most recent one and go backwards.
For each job, include:
Job title (like “Cook” or “Cashier”)
Business name and location
Dates you worked there
2 to 4 short bullet points describing what you did
Example:
Cook – Jack’s, Moulton, AL
March 2020 – Present
Cooked meals for over 100 customers each day
Kept the kitchen clean and followed safety rules
Trained two new team members
Tip: Start each bullet with an action word like helped, cleaned, fixed, trained, organized, or delivered.
Step 3: Add Your Education
List the school you went to and the year you finished. If you earned a GED or attended a trade school, include that too.
Example:
Lawrence County High School – Moulton, AL
Graduated: 2015
Step 4: Add Your Skills
Now list a few things you’re good at. These can be skills from work, school, or everyday life. Keep it short and to the point.
Examples:
Good with people
Fast learner
Comfortable with computers
Can lift heavy items
Always on time
Pays attention to detail
Works well in a team
You can write them in a list or use bullet points.
Step 5: Review and Save
Before you send or print your resume, double-check everything:
Make sure there are no spelling errors
Keep it to one page if you can
Use an easy-to-read font like Arial, Calibri, or Times New Roman
Save the file as a PDF so it looks the same no matter who opens it
Example file name:
John_Smith_Resume.pdf
Need Help?
If this is your first time building a resume, don’t stress. There are plenty of places and people willing to help:
Your local library
A trusted friend or family member
Job centers or career coaches
YouTube videos showing step-by-step tutorials
Don’t Miss the Lawrence County Job Fair
The Lawrence County Job Fair 2025 is coming up soon:
Date: Tuesday, April 29, 2025
Address: 11450 AL Hwy 33, Moulton, AL 35650
Hosted by: The Lawrence County Community of Churches
Come early, dress neat, and bring several printed copies of your resume. Some businesses may be hiring on the spot, and being prepared can give you a real advantage.
Need more info?
Contact Ron Mercer at 210-861-3822 or mercerron@me.com
Contact Laura Briley at 256-522-8854 or lbriley@pgbcmoulton.com
Final Word
You don’t need a college degree or fancy words to make a good resume. You just need a clean, honest page that shows what you’ve done and what you’re capable of. Whether you're applying for your first job or looking for something new, building a resume is your first step forward.
You’ve got this.
