Unless the student has a lot of great work experience they can write about, it's important to steer
clear of the chronological resume format.
Older job applicants should probably steer
clear of the chronological resume, since it magnifies the time you've been in the workforce (and possibly out of the workforce due to periods of unemployment).
Not exact matches
This example uses the reverse
chronological resume format, which is recommended if you have a steady work history with a
clear pattern
of upward or lateral mobility.
Consider choosing the
chronological resume format if you're looking to stay within the same industry throughout your career, for it provides a
clear view
of your progress.
A concise, well - organized
resume of one to two pages, focusing on a
clear chronological job history presented in easy - to - skim bullet points will grab more attention than a lengthier document with dense paragraphs
of text, or one where it's hard to figure out what the candidate did where and when.
Combination (Chrono - Functional or a Hybrid
Resume) Just as the title suggest it's a combination of the chronological and functional resume, perfect for many seeking employment, especially if you have a diverse job history with no clear - cut career
Resume) Just as the title suggest it's a combination
of the
chronological and functional
resume, perfect for many seeking employment, especially if you have a diverse job history with no clear - cut career
resume, perfect for many seeking employment, especially if you have a diverse job history with no
clear - cut career path.
Some point to
chronological resumes being a little to heavy on text, making it hard to get a
clear picture
of your past.
Your
chronological resume should give a
clear picture
of progressive career development and how one position led to the next one.
Since functional
resumes are often used by students coming straight out
of school, the lack
of chronological listings can indicate a
clear lack
of real - world experience.