7.2 Flashcards
Resume Formats
Chronological
Functional
Combination
This type is recommended for those who have working experiences
or a steady employment history. This is also best for job seekers who
are looking for a position that matches their previous jobs.
Chronological
When to use a Chronological Resume Format:
Demonstrating Career Progress and development
showing little work experience gap
applying for related work/job
When not to use a Chronological Resume Format:
multiple gaps in work employment
showing career shift or new work industry
recurring change jobs
This format presents your skills and qualifications over your
experiences without revealing the dates associated with your job
history.
Functional
This resume is ideal for students who have fewer work
experiences but have relevant qualifications, skills and certifications
directly related to the job they want by placing them in
Functional Skill Categories
When to Use Functional Resume Format
demonstrating set of specific skills
career shift transition into new work industry
multiple gaps in work employment
When to Not Use Functional Resume Format
highlighting career progress
lack relevant skills
applying for senior executive position
This resume combines the functional and chronological formats. It
includes functional skill categories, but also lists the dates of
previous employment.
Combination/Hybrid