RIO LINDA, CA – Get ready to craft your future! The Rio Linda Elverta Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce its 2025 Resume Contest, a fantastic opportunity for local high school students to hone their resume-writing skills and win cash prizes.
This competition invites students in grades 9-12 to create and submit their best professional resume for a chance to be recognized and rewarded. It’s a perfect way to prepare for future job applications, internships, and college admissions.
Are You Eligible?
The contest is open to all students currently enrolled in grades 9 through 12. Each student must submit their resume individually; group submissions will not be accepted.
How to Impress the Judges: Submission Essentials
To ensure your entry is considered, please adhere to the following requirements:
- Electronic Submission Only: Email your resume to RLEChamberResumeContest@gmail.com.
- Mark Your Calendars: The submission window is from May 1, 2025, to May 31, 2025. All entries must be received by 11:59 PM on May 31, 2025.
- Keep it Concise: Resumes must be a single-page document.
- Format Matters: Submit your resume in PDF format.
- Originality is Key: All submitted work must be original. Plagiarism, or the use of a template not created by the student, will result in disqualification. The use of AI to generate the resume is also prohibited.
Show Me the Money: Prizes!
The Rio Linda Elverta Chamber of Commerce is offering cash prizes for the top three entries:
- First Place: $400
- Second Place: $200
- Third Place: $100
Important Dates to Remember:
- Submission Window: May 1, 2025 – May 31, 2025
- Judging Period: June 1, 2025 – June 9, 2025
- Winners Announced: June 10, 2025 (Winners will be notified via email or phone call)
Additional Guidelines for Success:
- Seek Guidance, Submit Your Own Work: Students are encouraged to seek advice from teachers, career counselors, or parents. However, the final resume submitted must be the student’s own original creation.
- Professional Conduct: All participants are expected to engage in the competition respectfully and professionally. Any form of cheating, dishonesty, or plagiarism will lead to immediate disqualification.
- Optional Cover Letter: Participants may choose to submit a brief, one-page cover letter explaining their resume. While not required, it’s an opportunity to provide additional context.
Don’t miss this chance to build a standout resume and potentially win a cash prize! The Rio Linda Elverta Chamber of Commerce looks forward to seeing the impressive talents of our local students.