Sample Resume Objectives

"First say to yourself what you would be; and then do what you have to do." Epictetus

The sample resume objectives below will give you some inspiration when you are writing your own resume. Resume objectives are simple to write. Unlike resume profiles, there is no need to get fancy when you are writing a resume objective.

Resume Objective Examples

Seeking a part time position as an administrative assistant.
To obtain a postion as a retail sales clerk.
Seeking a position as a librarian within the public school system.
To obtain an entry level position as a customer service representative.

Notice the objectives are simple, straightforward, and not fancy or overblown in any way. They simply serve to let employers quickly determine what type of work you are seeking and to help them read your resume more quickly and intelligently.

For more sample job objectives and tips writing job objectives, please see Resume Job Objectives. Also, if you don't feel a straightforward job objective is right for you, review the resume profiles article to determine whether a resume profile would be a better choice for your resume.