1. Target role + schedule on top
Recruiters want the target role and work-study schedule right away.
Add start date and duration to remove ambiguity.
2. Education and relevant modules
Keep education near the top if you are a student. List modules that match the role.
- Key courses and level
- Related project
- Tools or technologies
3. Projects and short experiences
Even a short project can prove ability if you show a result.
Structure each item as action + tool + result.
- Main action
- Tool or stack used
- Result or impact
4. ATS keywords by blocks
List 12 to 20 relevant keywords for the role.
- Technical skills and tools
- Work methods
- Relevant soft skills
- Languages
5. Simple ATS-friendly layout
One page, a clean PDF and no complex columns.
ATS should read your resume without losing information.
6. Final checklist
Before sending, check that everything is clear in 10 seconds.
- Target role visible
- Schedule mentioned
- Two concrete proof points
- Clean spelling