Good Resume Examples by Experience Level, Industry, and Format

MyPerfectResume samples stand out thanks to the following:

• Content written by experts: Every resume example is created and reviewed by a Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW) — which means our examples contain the perfect content for you to emulate in your resume.
• Thousands of resume samples at your fingertips: We’ve gathered examples and important writing tips for dozens of industries and over 1,000 occupations. If a job is out there, we’ve got the right resume example.
• ATS-friendly: Our resume examples keep ATS in mind, so you’ll be sure to pass the scan.
• Our resume examples plus our Resume Builder will help you create a resume in minutes: Select any of our examples of resumes. This takes you to our Resume Builder, which can help you complete your resume with step-by-step instructions and job-specific suggestions for filling out each section. You can then download your resume in any major format (including Microsoft Word and PDF).

Writing your resume boils down to three primary steps:

• Pick the right format (chronological, functional or combination).
• Select a resume example appropriate for the job and industry, and choose your favorite resume template.
• Tailor your resume for the specific job by filling it out with work experiences, skills and qualifications that fit the employer’s requirements.

Use our handy How to Write a Resume guide for a complete breakdown, from start to finish.

Employers will be looking to answer one question: Are you the right person for the job? Your resume should address the job’s major requirements and responsibilities thoroughly.

Follow our resume examples and highlight skills and accomplishments from previous jobs that match what the potential job requires. Avoid listing activities or abilities that aren’t relevant to your desired job. Giving your resume a straightforward, professional layout is essential, so avoid graphics or fonts that might confuse employers. Finally, remember that hiring managers usually only take a few seconds to scan a resume, so keep your document concise — two pages max.

Information you won’t see in our resume examples:

• A list of references: While references help in job searches, a resume is not the place to list them. Employers will likely ask you to submit them separately if employers want them.
• Too much personal information: A resume only requires your name, contact phone, email address, town and city of residence, and a link to your job networking profile or portfolio page if needed. Avoid including information such as your date of birth, marital status, religion or information about personal interests that don’t relate to the job.
• Jargon-y words or phrases: Writing that you’re a “best-in-class” employee doesn’t provide much insight into your strengths. It’s better to use facts and figures to show how you’re good at what you do — like the professionals in our resume examples. “Provided exceptional, unparalleled customer service” says a lot less than “Handled 50+ customer calls per day for a company that earned five-star satisfaction ratings on Trustpilot.”

Here are some common mistakes we avoid to make the perfect resume example:

• Typos and grammatical mistakes: You’d be surprised at how often a single misspelling can torpedo a resume. Proofread your resume a few times before you send it in. You can also use the tools in our Resume Builder to review your document.
• Inaccurate or exaggerated information: If you provide outdated or incorrect information, it reflects poorly on your attention to detail (and let’s face it, attention to detail is a crucial skill for most jobs). And if you try fibbing about your accomplishments, it can lead to severe consequences.
• Using a “one-size-fits-all” resume: Every job is different, so every resume you send for a job application should be different. Always update your resume whenever you send it in for a new job.

Our resume samples are a great source of inspiration. They’re divided by jobs and industries, so you can find the one that applies to you and use it as a foundation for your resume. From our professional resume examples, you can get an idea of what to list as skills, how to highlight work experience and what an excellent professional summary looks like.

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