WRITING TIPS

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Watch for typos! You want to be sure the employer can get in touch with you easily.
Make sure your name is at the top. There is no need to write "Resumé".
Don't include personal information such as your birth date or marital status.

This section summarizes your resumé. It should grab the employer's attention.
Focus on your skills, training, professional qualities and experience that are related to the job you are applying for.
Be concise and include important keywords!

It is especially important to emphasize your skills when changing careers because your work history is not related to the job you are applying for.
Make sure you include your "transferable skills" (those you can use in your new line of work). For example, you might want to highlight your project management skills or human resources experience.
List your qualifications according to the activity type. This will give the employer a clear idea of what you can do.
This is also a good place to include the skills you developed when you went back to school.

List your work experience, starting with the most recent.
Include the name of the company, the position you held and how long you worked there.
No need to explain all your tasks. Instead, focus on your achievements.

List your programs of study, starting with the most recent.
Include the degree or certificate received, the name of the college or university, and the year you graduated.
Even if you haven't completed a program, mention it anyway. For example, you can put "Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering, 15 credits completed". Include the year you took the courses and where.
If you have attended conferences, courses or seminars related to your work, put them in a separate section called "Professional Development".