Analyzing Résumés of Military Veterans during Transition to Post-Service

Authors

Colleen Arendt, Fairfield UniversityFollow
David Alan Sapp, Fairfield UniversityFollow

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

2014

Abstract

The success of a résumé is often dependent on the applicant's ability to translate content to audiences across contexts. When tasked with applying for post-service employment, veterans can find it difficult to translate their knowledge, skills, and experience into a language and format that can be easily understood and appreciated in a corporate setting. Often highly desirable job skills can be lost in poorly designed or otherwise confusing application materials. This pilot study explores themes identified in the résumés of retired military personnel and provides recommendations for those invested in their success, including employers and educators.

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Publication Title

The Florida Communication Journal

Repository Citation

Arendt, Colleen and Sapp, David Alan, "Analyzing Résumés of Military Veterans during Transition to Post-Service" (2014). Communication Faculty Publications. 46.
https://digitalcommons.fairfield.edu/communications-facultypubs/46

Published Citation

Arendt, C., & Sapp, D. (2014). Analyzing Résumés of Military Veterans during Transition to Post-Service. The Florida Communication Journal, 42(1), 45-60.