Parts of a Resume/CV: Extracurricular Activities

The extracurricular activities section is an optional section of a resume or CV which presents hobbies and activities relevant to the desired position, which don't fit in any other section. This section may include skills, hobbies, activities or involvement which:

• set the applicant apart from others
  
• demonstrate leadership capabilities
  
• demonstrate the ability to work with a team
• can create an interesting talking point for an interview
  

Majoring in Careers describes this section in further detail at: http://www.majoringincareers.com/2007/11/29/resume-enhancement-five-criteria-for-the-perfect-extracurricular-activity/

The following video, from Danielle at the Goizueta Business School, describes building the extracurricular section of her resume: