<p>D sent in both an optional essay as well as the resume.</p>
<p>As for using the resume for future internships, S’s was a format that worked for that and was very useful. D’s is not good for employment but it conveyed what she needed to convey to admissions. Over the winter, she can develop one for employment.</p>
<p>Both kids brought resumes to all their college interviews. Some schools/interviewers were receptive. Some were adamant that they did not want one. Also, for reference, if the applicant is planning to use the resume for interviews be aware that there are school/interviewers that will refuse your resume if there is any GPA, rank, SAT scores etc on it. More reason to leave those details off.</p>
<p>PS I have told my kids that optional is not optional.</p>