The traditional resume format is the chronological format - which
uses a time sequence to list work experience and education. It
usually lists items in reverse order, beginning with the present.
This makes it easy for employers to see where you've been and what
you've done to qualify for the job.
The chronological format works
best when all or most of the following conditions apply:
- You have a stable history of
employment
- You've worked in the same
field for years and are looking for a position in the same area.
- You have had few career
changes and have spent a year or more in each of your jobs.
- You have advanced steadily
throughout your career.
DO NOT use a chronological
resume format if:
- You are just entering the job
market.
- You are changing direction in
your career.
- You have periods of
unemployment in your work experience.
- You've changed jobs
frequently.
Following is a typical set-up
of a chronological resume format.
Name
Street
City, State, Zip
Area Code and Phone Number
Experience
Most Recent Job Title City, State
Name of the Company Date of Employment
- Accomplishment One
- Accomplishment Two
- Accomplishment Three
Second Most Recent Job Title City,
State
Name of the Company Date of Employment
- Accomplishment One
- Accomplishment Two
- Accomplishment Three
Third Most Recent Job Title City,
State
Name of the Company Date of Employment
- Accomplishment One
- Accomplishment Two
- Accomplishment Three
Education
Name of College or University,
City and State
Name of Degree
Certificates or Awards (No more
than three, pick the most appropriate.)
Computer Skills
Proficient with: Name the programs
you know well
Familiar with: Name the programs you know but are not comfortable
with.
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