Resume Tips

General Dynamics Resume Tips

Make Sure Your Resume Is Working For You

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MAKE YOUR RESUME STAND OUT

From the recruiting team to hiring managers to co-workers, each perspective brings a unique lens to reviewing resumes. Crafting one that resonates with each viewpoint will elevate your profile and make you memorable.


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SELL YOUR SKILLS

  • Recruiters start by asking: Does the candidate's experience match the job?
  • Use keywords from the job description to highlight the experience you have.
  • Design for easy scanning: Bold relevant information and align content to the left.
  • Order your experience by relevance to the job, explain how your skills can benefit our team.
  • Use quantitative data when possible, to explain the impact that your work had.
  • Be sure that your resume, cover letter, or CV are tailored to General Dynamics Mission Systems and the specific job for which you are applying.

 

WATCH OUT FOR THESE RED FLAGS

  • Misspellings, bad grammar, inconsistent formatting/styling.
  • Short stays at many different companies.
  • Unexplained large gaps in job history.
  • Using acronyms from previous companies.
  • Empty and overused words (ex. Responsible for)

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