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Lesson Three: Types of Resumes

This lesson deals with the different kinds of resumes you can put together for a position.

There are four standard types of resumes.

• Chronological
• Functional
• Combination
• Targeted

Chronological

A chronological resume starts with your most recent job and works backward through your experience. It might include a resume objective or career summary before the list of work experiences. This type of resume is preferred by most employers.

This type of resume is good for:

• Someone with a solid work history.
• If your experience matches the job you are applying for.
• When there are no gaps in your work history.

Functional

A functional resume focuses on skills and experience first. Employment history is still listed, but it is second in importance.

This type of resume is good for:

• Someone who has gaps in their employment.
• People who are in the middle of a career change.
• If you are a recent college grad with limited work experience.
• If you have a diverse background with no clear career path.