Understand your experience; highlight your skills
Build a clear resume, write strong applications, and communicate the value you bring.
A strong application communicates value.
Lead with relevance, not recency
Prioritize experience that supports the role you are pursuing. Older or unrelated experience can be shortened so the most useful information gets the most attention.
Write bullets around action and outcome
Use clear verbs - in a consistent tense - and concrete results when possible. Show what changed because of your work rather than listing only responsibilities.
Tailor the top third of the page
Your summary, most recent experience, and first few bullets carry the most weight. Adjust those areas to reflect the language and priorities of the role.
Treat the application as part of the interview
Follow instructions carefully, proofread names and dates, and make sure every attachment opens correctly. Research who will be receiving you cover letter and address the letter accordingly. Details communicate professionalism before you ever meet the team.
Keep this in mind
- Use a clean one-page format when possible
- Match language to the role
- Keep verb tense consistent
- Proofread names and dates
- Export a clean PDF with a professional file name
Put the guidance into practice.
Use Career Tips alongside the Job Board as you prepare for your next opportunity.