Resume Tips

A well-designed resume can make a tremendous difference in the success of your job search. Many qualified candidates are never considered simply because their resumes are incomplete or vague. We find that professional resume services and computer software resume packages are not effective for the engineering professions. For a seasoned professional, a 4-page resume is not too long, and anything less might not reveal your true value. Never place any information on your resume that is deceptive or untrue.

Your resume should have the following elements:

Name, address, home phone number and e-mail address-on every page. If you do not want to be called at work, add a statement "No calls or voice mail at work number, please". Work phone, cell phone and/or pager number are optional, but are very helpful to recruiters and employers.

A detailed employment history. This section should include employer name, location, dates, job title, type of business, job duties, types and dollar size range of projects, major accomplishments. It is not sufficient to simply list employers' names and dates. Please don't omit dates of employment. This raises a "red flag" with many employers. Be sure to note the following accomplishments where applicable:
1. Money you saved for your client or employer.
2. Major problems you solved.
3. New or repeat business you gained.
4. Any other job accomplishment of note. Start with your current job and work your way back.

Details on your educational background. Include colleges, degrees, graduation date, major/minor fields of study.

Accomplishments. Include a brief description of one accomplishment that you alone or as a member of a "team" achieved with each job description (e.g. cost savings, innovation, overcoming a difficult situation etc.)

How to submit your resume. The Myers Group Inc. prefers to receive resumes as MS Word (doc) file attachments

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Elements to include in a good cover letter. When submitting your resume to The Myers Group Inc. it is advisable to include a brief cover letter or e-mail message that indicates the position(s) of interest to you, geographic areas where you wish to be located, and times you are available for a phone conversation.