Career Guidance
Building a Resume That Recruiters Can Scan in 30 Seconds
Recruiters review many resumes quickly. Structure, clarity and evidence matter more than design.
Most resumes are first read quickly. A clear structure helps the reader find what matters.
Lead with a short summary
Two or three lines: the role you want, your strongest skills and what you have built.
Show evidence, not adjectives
Replace “hardworking team player” with what you did: “Built a library management app in PHP and MySQL used by 40 classmates.”
Keep formatting simple
Use a single column, consistent headings and a standard font. Many applicant tracking systems read simple layouts more reliably.
Tailor it to the role
Move the most relevant skills and projects to the top for each application.