1. Microsoft Word Document or PDF only.

  2. List your resume reverse chronology—recent positions on top.

  3. One font throughout your resume—Arial, Times New Roman, Georgia and Garamond are best.

  4. Black font color only.

  5. 10pt, 11pt, or 12pt font size only. Choose one and be consistent throughout your resume.

  6. Resume should be 2-3 pages for 10+ year’s experience, 1-2 pages for 5-9 years experience and 1 page for less than 5 years.

  7. List all start and end dates for your positions in the following order: month, year.

  8. Optimize your resume content by including as many keywords relating to your background, experience, and technology skills. 

  9. Proofread for typos and grammatical errors.

  10. Include links to your LinkedIn profile, professional blog or Twitter page to promote your personal brand.