Resume Tips

The main purpose of the resume is to secure an interview. Today, many companies use scanners and applicant tracking software to process the high number of resumes received for available jobs. This means that resumes must be elaborated in an acceptable format for rapid computer processing. These electronic processing software look for keywords to match open positions. So, please submit a resume that will pass scanners and electronic matching systems. The following are tips for an acceptable resume format:

• Do put your first name and last name on the first line; address on second line; city, state, country, and zip code on third line; home phone on fourth line; and additional phone on fifth line.
• Do use a sans serif or helvetica typeface, and 11 or 12 point type for your text.
• Do use spacing after commas, periods, words, and punctuation.
• Do remember to use all relevant keywords which describe your work experience, skills, and qualifications.
• Do limit resume to two pages maximum, and include your name on both.
• Do have your resume proofread for correct grammar and spelling. Incorrect spelling will reduce your resume's electronic processing efficiency and may keep it from being considered.
• Do prepare to verify all claims made.
• Do submit resume on-line if available. Mailing or Faxing are not as efficient.
• Don't use script, underline, brackets, slashes, or parenthesis.
• Don't include personal information such as birth date, health, passport number, etc.
• Don't include your photo or other graphics.
• Don't exaggerate or sell yourself short.
• Don't include very old or irrelevant experience.

To submit your resume, please go to Submit Resume.

To view a sample resume, please click here.