{"id":91255,"date":"2023-08-02T08:45:00","date_gmt":"2023-08-02T08:45:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/?p=91255"},"modified":"2024-02-28T11:02:20","modified_gmt":"2024-02-28T11:02:20","slug":"extracurricular-activities-for-resume","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/extracurricular-activities-for-resume\/","title":{"rendered":"Which Extracurricular Activities To Include On Your Resume?"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 6<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>\n<p>Are there holes in the \u2018experience\u2019 section of your resume? Your experiences outside of study and work can offer more proof of your job readiness than you realise \u2014 especially if you&#8217;re a student, an entry-level job seeker, or a junior pivoting to a new career.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Extracurricular activities are often added to resumes as an afterthought. Yet, they can showcase key skills that will impress hiring managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"indent-wrapper\"><div class=\"indented-text\"><span>The trick is selecting and writing about the correct extracurriculars and doing it in a way that demonstrates your transferrable skills. <\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Let me show you how.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Is An Extracurricular Activity?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Extracurricular literally refers to activities that fall outside a course of study.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Generally, anything you do beyond coursework or work settings that provides some level of development or lets you apply your knowledge and skills can be classed as an extracurricular activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They typically fall into one of these categories:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>Community service<\/strong> and volunteering (can demonstrate communication skills, language skills).<\/li><li><strong>Physical activities<\/strong> like team sports or athletics (can demonstrate teamwork skills).<\/li><li><strong>Involvement in clubs<\/strong>, governance groups, and committees (can demonstrate leadership skills).<\/li><li><strong>Non-academic competitions<\/strong>, prizes and projects (can demonstrate work ethic, grit and discipline).<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The more senior you are, the less prospective employers care about your extracurricular activities and the more they want to see solid <a href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/how-to-write-highly-persuasive-resume-achievements\/\">professional experience and achievements<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While manager-level resumes may feature a few extracurricular activities, they shouldn\u2019t be a focal point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-create-block-tip-block tip-wrapper\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-md-12\"><div class=\"card-wrapper\"><div class=\"card-title\"><div class=\"icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"none\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M7.5 14.33a5 5 0 1 1 5 0v4.17h-5v-4.17Zm4.25-1.3-.75.44V17H9v-3.53l-.75-.44a3.5 3.5 0 1 1 3.5 0Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><path d=\"M9.25 1v2h1.5V1h-1.5ZM5.53 4.47l-1.5-1.5-1.06 1.06 1.5 1.5 1.06-1.06ZM15.53 5.53l1.5-1.5-1.06-1.06-1.5 1.5 1.06 1.06ZM1 10.75h2v-1.5H1v1.5ZM17 10.75h2v-1.5h-2v1.5Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><h3 placeholder=\"Tip Title Goes Here\">Expert Tip.<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"card-content\"><p placeholder=\"Tip Content Goes Here\">Extracurricular activities differ somewhat from hobbies and personal interests. Rather than solely revealing something you like to do or feel passionate about, extracurriculars showcase how you\u2019ve chosen to commit your time and energy towards a particular outcome.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How Extracurricular Activities Help You Stand Out.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your desire to achieve or participate in something outside your study or work obligations demonstrates extremely valuable traits to a prospective employer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is particularly important if you don&#8217;t yet have much work experience to showcase on your resume.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Extracurricular activities demonstrate:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>Established networks<\/strong> through the alumni connections and community links you\u2019ve made, which can add value to your new employer.<\/li><li><strong>Commitment and good time management skills. <\/strong>Successfully completing your studies and juggling multiple extra responsibilities means you know how to prioritise and follow through.<\/li><li><strong>A well-rounded, empathetic personality<\/strong> shaped by more diverse and nuanced interactions with people from different backgrounds.<\/li><li><strong>A broader, more agile mindset. <\/strong>You\u2019ve got both book learning and real-world examples of how you\u2019ve deepened your perspective, solved problems and followed processes.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>(Related: <\/strong><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/communication-skills-resume\/\"><strong>How To Showcase Strong Communication Skills In A Resume<\/strong><\/a><strong>).<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Are The Best Extracurricular Activities For Your Resume?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Just because it happened doesn\u2019t mean you need to include it. Include the most relevant extracurricular activities only to avoid diluting the overarching narrative of your resume. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Great examples of experiences to consider including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>Student government:<\/strong> Such as serving on student council, or being a key member of a union, collective or association. Or perhaps you contributed to the student newspaper or were chosen to be its editor.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Non-academic competitions or prizes: <\/strong>For example, writing competitions, debates, drama club, project-based challenges, hackathons, moot law simulations.<\/li><li><strong>Sports and physical activity:<\/strong> Emphasise the teamwork, organisation skills and dedication that comes from belonging to a team, helping out in a club, or through regular training. Also valuable is volunteer work as a coach to lower grade teams, or as a referee.<\/li><li><strong>Clubs, societies and online communities:<\/strong> Any pastime involving a group member where you\u2019re expected to contribute and work together is a potentially useful addition to your resume. Perhaps you\u2019re part of a choir that visits aged care homes or the moderator of an online forum about sustainable design.<\/li><li><strong>Volunteering and fundraising:<\/strong> Both ongoing and one-off volunteering can be a powerful way to demonstrate your values and community-mindedness. Fundraising activities can also convey business and marketing savvy.<\/li><li><strong>Cultural experiences:<\/strong> Have you learnt and practiced a foreign language through a club or volunteering activity? Maybe you participated in overseas trips, studying abroad, that expanded your global insights or cultural awareness.<\/li><li><strong>Peer tutoring and mentorship programs: <\/strong>Sharing your knowledge or experiences with others is admirable, even if it&#8217;s a peer-to-peer support program.<\/li><li><strong>Personal projects:<\/strong> Works you\u2019ve developed as a side gig or to practice your skills such as IT\/coding projects, multimedia presentations or personal websites.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Some additional tips for selecting the right extracurriculars for your resume:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>Focus on higher education. <\/strong>Unless you\u2019re a recent school leaver, your achievements during your high school days are ancient history.<\/li><li><strong>Emphasis on quality over quantity. <\/strong>Put yourself in the hiring manager&#8217;s shoes \u2014 what would they be <em>most<\/em> interested to see?<\/li><li><strong>Favour the most recent examples<\/strong> if you need to cut back. The skills you developed last month are more useful than the experiences from two years ago.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>(Related: <\/strong><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/hobbies-for-resume\/\"><strong>10 Examples Of The Best Hobbies &amp; Interests For Your Resume<\/strong><\/a><strong>).<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How To Describe Extracurricular Activities On Your Resume?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Every section of your resume should sing, and create a compelling story about your career and your future potential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With the job you\u2019re applying for squarely in mind, select and describe extracurricular activities for your resume based on how they:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>Demonstrate core attributes\/soft skills <\/strong>such as leadership, people management, communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and creativity.<\/li><li><strong>Convey knowledge of, or alignment with, a company\u2019s industry or values<\/strong> such as your time spent volunteering with a community visitor\u2019s scheme when applying to work in a large aged care provider\u2019s head office.<\/li><li><strong>Prove you have specific skills the employer wants. <\/strong>Forexample, if a job ad indicates the position involves some financial management, you should definitely mention you acted as the volunteer treasurer for the non-profit you volunteered with and talk about how you managed the budget.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-create-block-tip-block tip-wrapper\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-md-12\"><div class=\"card-wrapper\"><div class=\"card-title\"><div class=\"icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"none\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M7.5 14.33a5 5 0 1 1 5 0v4.17h-5v-4.17Zm4.25-1.3-.75.44V17H9v-3.53l-.75-.44a3.5 3.5 0 1 1 3.5 0Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><path d=\"M9.25 1v2h1.5V1h-1.5ZM5.53 4.47l-1.5-1.5-1.06 1.06 1.5 1.5 1.06-1.06ZM15.53 5.53l1.5-1.5-1.06-1.06-1.5 1.5 1.06 1.06ZM1 10.75h2v-1.5H1v1.5ZM17 10.75h2v-1.5h-2v1.5Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><h3 placeholder=\"Tip Title Goes Here\">Expert Tip.<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"card-content\"><p placeholder=\"Tip Content Goes Here\">Don\u2019t exaggerate but put experiences in context. For instance, simply stating you helped a charity run an event is meaningless. Instead, explain how your online promotion skills helped attract an audience of 1,000 people to the event, enabling the charity to raise more than $10,000 in a single night.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How To Format Extracurricular Activities In Your Resume.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Consistency is key. Make sure write extracurricular activities into your resume using the same formatting as you apply to other sections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Typically this means:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>Include the name of the organisation.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Clarify your position or role<\/strong>, even if you didn\u2019t have a formal title.<\/li><li><strong>Include the dates the activity occurred<\/strong> and\/or the frequency.<\/li><li><strong>Describe major responsibilities<\/strong>, achievements, and learnings.<\/li><li><strong>Include references<\/strong> or testimonials where possible.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-create-block-tip-block tip-wrapper\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-md-12\"><div class=\"card-wrapper\"><div class=\"card-title\"><div class=\"icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"none\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M7.5 14.33a5 5 0 1 1 5 0v4.17h-5v-4.17Zm4.25-1.3-.75.44V17H9v-3.53l-.75-.44a3.5 3.5 0 1 1 3.5 0Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><path d=\"M9.25 1v2h1.5V1h-1.5ZM5.53 4.47l-1.5-1.5-1.06 1.06 1.5 1.5 1.06-1.06ZM15.53 5.53l1.5-1.5-1.06-1.06-1.5 1.5 1.06 1.06ZM1 10.75h2v-1.5H1v1.5ZM17 10.75h2v-1.5h-2v1.5Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><h3 placeholder=\"Tip Title Goes Here\">Expert Tip.<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"card-content\"><p placeholder=\"Tip Content Goes Here\">Completeness of details and neatness signals conscientiousness and helps recruiters verify the facts quickly. Recruiters are busy people, and many candidates miss out on jobs because their resumes look like &#8220;hard work&#8221;.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You should list activities in descending chronological order and keep the format consistent for each extracurricular activity you include.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>(Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/teenager-resume\/\">How To Write A Resume For A Teenager<\/a>).<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Where Should Extracurricular Activities Be Listed On Your Resume?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s no correct spot to add extracurricular activities. In fact, you might add different experiences across various sections where they make the most sense.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, you might include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>University-based activities<\/strong> such as co-curricular clubs ad competitions in your \u2018Education\u2019 section. Adding extracurriculars here makes sense if you\u2019re new to the workforce and your academic record makes up the bulk of your resume.<\/li><li><strong>Role-based volunteering<\/strong> in your \u2018Experience\u2019 section. Such as if you held a leadership position in a student association.<\/li><li><strong>Community volunteering<\/strong> in a separate section about your personal interests\/passions.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Another common place to draw on extracurricular activities is a section that highlights your <strong>skills or achievements.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"indent-wrapper\"><div class=\"indented-text\"><span>When adjusting these sections, don\u2019t simply include a checklist of words like &#8220;Communication skills&#8221;, &#8220;Time management&#8221;, or &#8220;Problem-solving&#8221;.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead, create snappy sentences, like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li>&#8220;<strong>Good<\/strong> at independently following processes.&#8221;<\/li><li>&#8220;<strong>Skilled<\/strong> in using software to develop e-newsletters.&#8221;<\/li><li>&#8220;<strong>Effective<\/strong> at creative collaboration to generate new ideas.&#8221;\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You might prefer to have a specific<strong> Extracurricular Activities <\/strong>section. How impressive these experiences are should determine the prominence of this section in your resume.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-create-block-tip-block tip-wrapper\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-md-12\"><div class=\"card-wrapper\"><div class=\"card-title\"><div class=\"icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"none\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M7.5 14.33a5 5 0 1 1 5 0v4.17h-5v-4.17Zm4.25-1.3-.75.44V17H9v-3.53l-.75-.44a3.5 3.5 0 1 1 3.5 0Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><path d=\"M9.25 1v2h1.5V1h-1.5ZM5.53 4.47l-1.5-1.5-1.06 1.06 1.5 1.5 1.06-1.06ZM15.53 5.53l1.5-1.5-1.06-1.06-1.5 1.5 1.06 1.06ZM1 10.75h2v-1.5H1v1.5ZM17 10.75h2v-1.5h-2v1.5Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><h3 placeholder=\"Tip Title Goes Here\">Expert Tip.<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"card-content\"><p placeholder=\"Tip Content Goes Here\">You don\u2019t have to use the label of extracurriculars \u2014 you might call it something like \u2018Community leadership skills\u2019, \u2018Community contributions\u2019, \u2018Civic Participation\u2019, \u2018Achievements\u2019, \u2018Volunteering\u2019 or \u2018Personal projects\u2019.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Resume Example With Extracurricular Activities.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember to provide meaningful context about how you performed or the skills and attributes gained through your experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is an example of how you might include extracurriculars alongside your educational experience when applying for a position as a science communicator:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>2021 Bachelor of Science (Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Major)<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>University of Queensland, Brisbane<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:16px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Relevant fields of study:<\/strong>&nbsp;Genetics, molecular biology, chemical biology, analysis of scientific data, biostatistics, molecular genetics in health.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Extracurricular activities and achievements:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Awarded SCMB Academic Excellence Awards in Biochemistry in 2019.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Created agendas, led monthly meetings and prioritised goals as President of the UQ Judo Club Executive Committee 2019-2020.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Curated content and led discussions on best practice writing as volunteer moderator of the Wordsmiths UQ Writing Society Facebook group from 2018-2021.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>(Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/work-under-pressure-skills-resume\/\">How To Show That You Work Well Under Pressure On Your Resume<\/a>).<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Include Extracurricular Activities For Resume Impact.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;If your work experience is thin on the ground, pay attention to the transferrable skills you\u2019ve gained in your personal time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Extracurricular activities can both complement and supplement your education and career history to present a more compelling case for hiring you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stand out during shortlisting for entry-level or graduate roles by selectively and persuasively showcasing extracurricular activities on your resume.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:44px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Irene<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:46px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 6<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>Are there holes in the \u2018experience\u2019 section of your resume? 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