What do you do if you want to tailor your resume to a specific job?

Crafting a winning resume starts with understanding the job. Carefully analyze the posting to identify key skills and experiences they seek. Weaving these keywords and competencies into your resume makes it relevant to both human reviewers and Applicant Tracking Systems, boosting your chances of landing an interview.

Primeiro pesquisa sobre a vaga ou trabalha e de depois personalize seu currículo destacando as habilidades e experiências relevantes para a função desejada (coloque as informações que mais se pedem no cargo ou vaga). Isso inclui adaptar sua seção de habilidades, experiência profissional e qualificações para corresponder às necessidades e requisitos da vaga anunciada. Certifique-se de enfatizar conquistas e responsabilidades que demonstrem sua adequação para o cargo específico.

One feature of a CV that talents chronically underestimate is the short bio at the top of your CV. After all we live in the age of context and flexible, rapidly changing frameworks. Every social media profile has a bio and so should your resume. When comparing two resumes with similar education and work experience, a bio that contextualises them with respect to the job of interest will always stand out. Make sure to adapt it anew with each application, to show the employer that you understand how you can make use of your skills and background for them.

According to Forbes, over 90% of large companies use ATS to scan resumes. These scanners check resumes for alignment with a given job description. The best way to ensure that your resume matches a job description is to swipe 6–8 keywords from the posting and pop them into a bank of keywords, known as a Skills or Expertise section. The keywords can include a mix of technical and soft skills to help you beat the scan. To maximize your chances for success, customize the resume each time you apply for a job by adapting the keywords to match each job you desire. As you move through the ranks throughout your career, adjust the keywords to reflect your level of experience and responsibility.

If you just got out of University and have a few internships under your belt, stick to a one pager nevertheless. Listing a hobby or two isn’t unprofessional, but an opportunity for the recruiter or interviewer to break the ice with you.

If you can, show your resume to someone doing the job you’re targeting. They are the best ones to advise you on relevant content.

It's not just about proofreading it yourself but also about asking a friend or colleague to proofread it. The more eyes on it, the better.

Don’t underestimate the power of exposure. Connect with recruiters or technical leads before you apply and then send your application. You name has already crossed their paths and there’s a chance of them favouring you due to the Familiarity Effect.