Resume Question.

[ThyFeared]

On my Resume should I include that I've built 5 computers and include a portfolio of them? It's a general question and also do I need to title this in my experience section as self employed?

[Zeke]

That depends on where you're applying to. I'd rather not, cos if there's a word around the office you can build/fix computers - you're gonna have a bad time.

 

Unless you're applying to a job that directly involves building PCs, of course.

[RollinLower]

depends on if this is relevant to the job you are going for.

[dizmo]

Probably not. It's more of a hobby than anything.

[d3sl91]

On my Resume should I include that I've built 5 computers and include a portfolio of them? It's a general question and also do I need to title this in my experience section as self employed?

 

Mention building computers, absolutely. 

 

If it's a job of building computers, then yeah, you can provide more info. 

 

If its not a job of building computers - they don't care. 

[ThyFeared]

That depends on where you're applying to.

Mostly entry level IT positions and local computer shops

 

depends on if this is relevant to the job you are going for.

Mostly entry level IT positions and local computer shops

 

Probably not. It's more of a hobby than anything.

Could still be handy maybe

[minibois]

If it's relevant to the job you're applying to, add it to the letter/email and not the resume IMO.

Maybe add that you know how to build PC's under skills or whatever.. But I don't think there needs to be a big explanation on what the PC's you made were about.

[Zeke]

 

Mostly entry level IT positions and local computer shops

Then my answer is yes, you should put it on your resume. Maybe not portfolio, just a note that you know your way around that stuff.

[Curufinwe_wins]

 

Mostly entry level IT positions and local computer shops

 

Mostly entry level IT positions and local computer shops

 

Could still be handy maybe

 

Yes. Yes. Yes.

 

If its relevant use it, and bring a portfolio of your work as well.

[ThyFeared]

Mention building computers, absolutely. 

 

If it's a job of building computers, then yeah, you can provide more info. 

 

If its not a job of building computers - they don't care. 

I've just never had a job so I thought putting this in my experience section would make it look not bad

If it's relevant to the job you're applying to, add it to the letter/email and not the resume IMO.

Maybe add that you know how to build PC's under skills or whatever.. But I don't think there needs to be a big explanation on what the PC's you made were about.

I've just never had a job so I thought putting this in my experience section would make it look not bad

[DudeWazap]

Only if it's relevant to the job that you are applying for.

[d3sl91]

 

Mostly entry level IT positions and local computer shops

 

Mostly entry level IT positions and local computer shops

 

Could still be handy maybe

 

 

I would definately go into a little bit more info, say you have build xx desktops for xx reasons. But dont include a list. If they need to know what the sp[ecs were for some reason, then they will ask. So bring a portfolio, to show how proud of your work you are, but not in the initial resume. 

 

Othwewise its just too much info and most just want to know "can you build systems or not?"

 

Source: Worked at a computer repair shop, and was interviewed for several others. 

[RollinLower]

 

Mostly entry level IT positions and local computer shops

 

Mostly entry level IT positions and local computer shops

 

Could still be handy maybe

 

yep, i would include this. tough i would put it under hobbies and interests!

[phillrulz]

On my Resume should I include that I've built 5 computers and include a portfolio of them? It's a general question and also do I need to title this in my experience section as self employed?

Applying for my job in engineering i did a portfolio of my things like my tesla coil, my oil submerged pc and i will add my coil gun(s) to the list once ive completed them. Always get asked about them by other engineers, feels like it gained me an upper hands and some respect, however i have had to fix a mig welder, and two lots of fairy lights now people know im good with electronics. 

 

200 applicants for the job, they picked me. 

[minibois]

I've just never had a job so I thought putting this in my experience section would make it look not bad

Do you have a skills section on your resume? (Like where you would put what programs and stuff you know, like your excel and Word and stuff..)

[ThyFeared]

yep, i would include this. tough i would put it under hobbies and interests!

Yeah I'll just do that

 

Applying for my job in engineering i did a portfolio of my things like my tesla coil, my oil submerged pc and i will add my coil gun(s) to the list once ive completed them. Always get asked about them by other engineers, feels like it gained me an upper hands and some respect, however i have had to fix a mig welder, and two lots of fairy lights now people know im good with electronics. 

 

200 applicants for the job, they picked me. 

That's pretty cool

Do you have a skills section on your resume? (Like where you would put what programs and stuff you know, like your excel and Word and stuff..)

I'm putting it in my skills section. I'll still make a portfolio but only bring it if asked or I think it would help me

 

Thanks for all the help guys

[phillrulz]

 

Mostly entry level IT positions and local computer shops

 

Mostly entry level IT positions and local computer shops

 

Could still be handy maybe

 

 

I would find a way in wording it nicely.

 

 

" Over the years i've gained plenty of practice regarding ESD procedures and the safe handling of electronics, this has helped protect the thousands of < enter currency >  worth of hardware in the custom built computers i've planned and speced personally. "

[Ganz]

I would find a way in wording it nicely.

 

 

" Over the years i've gained plenty of practice regarding ESD procedures and the safe handling of electronics, this has helped protect the thousands of < enter currency >  worth of hardware in the custom built computers i've planned and speced personally. "

You generally want to avoid first person pronouns on a resume.

[Guest Philosophy]

Is it relevant to the job: If yes,  then yes. If no then no. Unless you have very little or no job experiance than you might add it, just to show you are dedicated to learning and you have the passion to learn about and finish a project. 

[Oshino Shinobu]

Depends what it's for. On a general CV that going to be handed out to any available job, then maybe mention that you build PCs, but don't go into detail. If you're applying for a job that it's relevant to, then mention it in more detail, but don't include pictures or details of the build in the CV. Attach a portfolio along with your CV instead.  

[KarmaMuscle]

Bring the portfolio even if they don't ask you to initially.

Then if they ask for it during the interview, you have it with you already.

Instead of having to say you left it at home because they didn't mention it.

[ThyFeared]

Bring the portfolio even if they don't ask you to initially.

Then if they ask for it during the interview, you have it with you already.

Instead of having to say you left it at home because they didn't mention it.

Yeah that's what I meant mostly.