Internship Resume Checklist: The 12-Point Audit That Works

A practical review template to tighten your resume and increase shortlisting rates.

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Checklist essentials

Use a one-page layout, high-contrast typography, and clear section headings. Avoid dense paragraphs.

Rewrite bullets to show outcomes. Example: “Reduced build time by 28%” beats “Worked on build system.”

Include 2–3 projects with stack, what you built, and the result. Link to demo or repo.

List tools you can use without guidance. Avoid overly long skill lists.