Your resume in a job application is essentially the document that’s going to market you to potential employers.

Companies are looking for a particular set of skills or qualifications. If those skills don’t jump out at them on your resume, you may be overlooked, even if you’re the bes...

The education section is mostly put at the end of the resume unless your job is a professional job that requires a specific education. 

• List the level of the degree, then the field of study, then the name and general information of the institution.
• List your highest d...

If you're applying to a job online, make sure you stand out to the hiring staff and to the computer program that sorts applications.

The "applicant tracking systems" scan your resume for qualifications, skills, experience and keywords. Ensure your resume is effectively formatted and easy to...

• Describe your work experience in a series of lists. Lists are easier to view than written sentences.
• Describe how, in the past, your contributions in a company have led to marked improvements. Be relevant.
• Make sure you address all relevant gaps and time frames ...

Your resume should start with a "headline summary." It is a very brief summary of what you have to offer as a job candidate. It should be less than two sentences:

• It should advertise your abilities.
• Be broad enough that you can elaborate on them in the rest of ...