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  • How can I make my resume more competitive?

    Posted by Chew on November 19, 2023 at 2:33 pm

    Hi everyone I am looking to get some tips on how I can become a more competitive candidate for UPT?

    I am a 19 year old instrument rated private pilot with about 150 hours, working on my commercial certificate which I should be able to get by early to mid 2024. I do not have a college degree yet, but was looking at getting my BS in Aviation from Liberty online, which I would be able to get in 2-3 years since I already have some pilot ratings. Would that degree from that school be sufficient to become an officer?

    I graduated highschool with a 3.88 GPA (out of 4). I played football and cross country, but never had any leadership positions. I was also in AFJROTC for 3 of my 4 years where I did have some leadership positions.

    My goal is to take the AFOQT/TBAS in 2025, and apply to a bunch of ANG units as soon as I qualify. The main question I have now is what can I do in the mean time to increase my chances? What leadership opportunities should I be looking for?

    In the mean time, Ill keep studying, flying, and working hard.

    Thank you in advance!

    D.J. replied 4 months, 1 week ago 5 Members · 4 Replies
  • 4 Replies
  • Cameron_Robertson

    Member
    November 20, 2023 at 9:14 am
    365 BogiPoints

    Work in volunteer organizations can help your resume.

  • Glazed

    Member
    August 7, 2024 at 10:20 pm
    5390 BogiPoints

    Get a service-oriented job. That made me stand out on my resume being just 21.

  • Colin

    Member
    August 8, 2024 at 8:03 am
    5485 BogiPoints

    For heavies, I’ve had multiple units mention the volunteer experience on my resume.

  • D.J.

    Member
    August 8, 2024 at 9:18 pm
    5165 BogiPoints

    Definitely work to get your Undergraduate Degree completed. You must have that to go to OTS

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