Use a clear, professional layout with consistent formatting
Include your name, phone number, email, and location (city, state)
Add a targeted professional summary (2–4 lines) tailored to the job
List relevant skills using keywords from the job description
Provide work experience in reverse chronological order
For each role, include job title, company, location, and dates
Use action verbs and include measurable results for each responsibility
Quantify impact with metrics (percentages, revenue, time saved, volume handled)
Highlight achievements over duties, especially for recent roles
Include education with degree, school, location, and graduation date (or “Expected”)
Add certifications, licenses, and training relevant to the role
Include projects, internships, or volunteer work when they strengthen your fit
Tailor each resume to the specific job posting
Keep bullet points concise and focused on outcomes
Use job-relevant keywords naturally throughout the resume
Avoid long paragraphs and dense text blocks
Ensure consistent tense: past roles use past tense, current roles use present tense
Maintain consistent punctuation, spacing, and capitalization
Use standard section headings (Summary, Skills, Experience, Education)
Keep the resume to one page if early-career; up to two pages for experienced candidates
Proofread for grammar, spelling, and formatting errors
Use a readable font (e.g., Arial, Calibri, Times New Roman) and appropriate font size
Save the resume as a PDF unless the employer requests otherwise
Align the resume with ATS requirements (simple formatting, standard headings)
Remove irrelevant experience that does not support the target role
Ensure your contact details are correct and professional
Include only accurate, verifiable information