Organization and Content

Tailor Your Resume to the Job

  • Customize your resume for each job application to align with the specific requirements of the role.
  • Highlight relevant skills and experiences that match the job description.

Relevant Keywords

  • Use industry-specific keywords throughout your resume to enhance its visibility to applicant tracking systems (ATS).
  • Incorporate keywords from the job description without overstuffing your resume. 

Highlight Technical Skills

  • Emphasize technical skills that are relevant to the engineering field.
  • Mention software proficiency, programming languages, and specialized tools you are familiar with.

Quantify Achievements

  • Use quantifiable metrics to demonstrate your achievements.
  • For example, mention the percentage of performance improvement in a project you led.

Explore the Resume Content Guideline

When creating a resume, several essential headings should be included to provide a clear and organized structure. Here are the commonly recommended headings for a standard resume. Click here.