Resume Job Description Tips and Guidelines

You don’t want to overstuff your resume with information, so stick to listing job positions you’ve held within the past 10 years. Jobs you’ve had from more than 10 years ago likely will not matter much to employers, unless they’re looking for a candidate with extensive experience. You can list older work experience on your LinkedIn profile, so recruiters can view it there if they want.

If you don’t have a lot of job experience, you can list relevant internships, certifications, or other applicable experiences. Additionally, list your work history in reverse-chronological order, with your most recent position listed first.

If you have work experience in one field but you want to transfer to a different field, you can still connect some of your previous skills and experience to your new job application. Lots of soft skills are transferable, such as communication skills, time management skills, and interpersonal skills.

If you’re not sure what to include in your resume from past experiences, look at some resume examples from your field. Notice how others list their previous experiences and take inspiration from their job descriptions. This can help you write a professional resume that ties together all your skills and experience, even if you’re going into a new job field.

Your job description should be brief and easy to read – usually two lines at most. Include only your most important and relevant accomplishments in the job description for each job, and use no more than four bullet points. Try to stick to a one-page resume.