Sample Chronological Resume

Position Desired
Seeking position requiring clerical skills in an office environment. Position could require a variety of tasks including word processing and customer contact.

Education and Training
Acme Vocational School, Temple Terrace, Florida. Completed one-year program in Secretarial and Office Management. Courses: word processing, time management, customer rights, and others.

John Adams Adult High School, Tampa, Florida. Graduated with emphasis on workforce skills and academic classes.

Experience
1998-1999       Enrolled in vocational school to learn new skills. Learned to operate word processing equipment and gained knowledge of computers.

1997-1998       Assistant Manager, Claire's Boutique, Orlando, Florida. Managed sales, inventory, and related tasks. Closed store on weekends.

1996-1998       Various part-time and summer jobs. Learned to meet customers and other skills.

Special Skills and Abilities
100 words per minute on word processor; can operate office equipment. Able to accept supervision. Good social skills. Excellent attendance record.

Personal
I have excellent references, learn quickly, and am willing to accept responsibility.