Resume Tips - Resume Keywords
The keywords that you use in your resume will determine how the employer finds your resume.
Most of us know keywords as the terms we use in a web search. For our purposes, they are specific terms used in your job and industry. Keywords also include other terms employers and recruiters search for, such as those that describe education and experience. Examples:
Job Titles: Software Engineer, Project Manager, Quality Assurance Analyst, Programmer, Developer
Skills and Responsibilities: system administration, application programming, web development, budget planning, technical support, technical writing, drafting, team lead, manager, architect
Acronyms, buzzwords, computer languages: HTML, XML, C#, LAN, TCP/IP, UNIX, Microsoft Project, C++, Java
Education and Certifications: BS Engineering, MSCS, MBA, Microsoft Certified Professional, MCSD, Masters Degree, PhD
In the tech industry, many of the keywords will come from your technical skills summary. It is important that you make this an accurate representation of your skills. Because this section can end up resembling a "laundry" list of techie terms, it should also be well organized.