even if you already have a resume that
you really like
it might be worth it to create an indeed
resume as well
indeed resumes are automatically
formatted easy to edit
and allow potential employers to find
you instead of the other way around
plus when you apply for a job you will
always have the option to submit your
indeed resume
or any other resume that you choose
to start working on your indeed resume
click the profile icon in the top right
and choose resume depending on where you
are in the sign up process
you might be sent to the resume page
shown here or you might be walked
through the process step by step
either way you will always be able to
edit your resume from this page
if you're using the indeed job search
mobile app it's going to look a little
different but you should still have
all of the same options the first
section
is personal information click the pencil
icon
to open the editor and make your edits
the headline and summary sections are
optional but they can be a good way to
quickly introduce yourself to employers
think of the headline as a way to show
your qualifications in as short a space
as possible
the summary can be a short paragraph or
a bulleted list that highlights more of
your relevant skills
accomplishments and experiences both
fields should be specific to the job you
are applying for
so you might want to update these fields
every time you apply for a new job
take your time filling out the form read
every question carefully and answer them
truthfully
indeed requires you to include an email
address but it's also a good idea to add
a phone number if you have one
when you're done click save
the next section is work experience
to add a new job click the plus icon and
fill in the fields
indeed doesn't force you to fill out
every field but it is best practice to
do so
the description field is where you get
to sell yourself to potential employers
so don't miss this opportunity be
specific
focus on your achievements use lists to
make it easier for hiring managers to
read your resume
and be sure to proofread your writing
remember
employers have a lot of resumes to look
at and even small typos might give them
a reason to say
no for more tips on how to write your
resume
look at our lessons on resume writing
when you've finished adding a job
click save you can click the pencil icon
next to
any existing job to make edits or you
can click the plus sign
to add another job you don't have to
list every job you've ever had but
indeed recommends including at least
two if you can the next section
is education once again click the plus
sign to add an entry
from the first drop down select the
education level that you have completed
you can also choose custom to enter ged
apprenticeship or other educational
experience
take your time to fill in the rest of
the fields as a more complete resume
will attract more attention when you're
done
click save the next section
is skills indeed will recommend some and
you can click on a skill
to add it once a skill is added you can
click the pencil icon
to add your experience level
when you're done click save
you can add more skills by clicking the
plus icon and typing the name of the
skill
indeed we'll make autofill suggestions
that you can choose from if you want
remember to always be honest and only
add skills that you actually possess
next you can add any certifications or
licenses that you hold
depending on the job that you are
seeking this might or might not be
important
for example some jobs might require you
to have a driver's license
the next section additional information
is a great place to add things that
don't fit anywhere else
such as volunteer experience at the very
bottom
you can add even more pieces to your
resume such as links
military service and more
alright now let's look at a few
additional
options near the top of the page you can
click the about me tab to add
information about what kind of job you
are looking for
indeed says that filling out this
information helps them match you with
job opportunities
for example indicating that you are
ready to work lets employers know that
you can start
immediately
the resume privacy settings lets you
choose whether you want your resume to
be searchable by employers
if you decide to make your resume
private employers won't be able to find
you
but you still will be able to submit
your resume with your applications
you can also download your resume and
indeed even lets you choose different
templates
downloading your resume makes it easier
to proofread your work
and it allows you to share your resume
with employers who don't use indeed
when you apply through indeed you always
have the option to use your indeed
resume
or to upload a different one creating a
resume
is hard so take your time and don't be
afraid to ask for help
from friends or professionals for more
guidance you can also take a look at our
lessons
on resume writing
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