{"id":4281,"date":"2020-09-30T15:40:05","date_gmt":"2020-09-30T15:40:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.onlinelogomaker.com\/blog\/applying-to-online-jobs-this-is-how-to-improve-your-resume\/"},"modified":"2020-10-09T16:24:35","modified_gmt":"2020-10-09T16:24:35","slug":"applying-to-online-jobs-this-is-how-to-improve-your-resume","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.onlinelogomaker.com\/blog\/applying-to-online-jobs-this-is-how-to-improve-your-resume\/","title":{"rendered":"Applying to Online Jobs? This Is How to Improve Your Resume"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Has hunting for jobs on the internet left you frustrated? If you\u2019re sick of still getting ghosted after months of searching, join the club.<\/p>\n

A single job listing, even for a small company, can receive thousands of applications. This means that unless your resume is exceptional, a recruiter won\u2019t even read it.<\/p>\n

Even though applying for jobs online is a stacked numbers game, building a bot to auto-apply<\/a> to every relevant listing will only get you so far. If you really want to stand out from the crowd, read on to learn how to improve your resume and stop relying on the shotgun approach.<\/p>\n

How Online Applications Work<\/h2>\n

\u201cHow can I improve my resume quality?\u201d is a common question among people who are new to the job search or are used to submitting paper applications. The characteristics that make a \u201cquality\u201d resume are different when you\u2019re applying online, so the first step toward resume improvement is understanding how online applications work.<\/p>\n

Most online jobs don\u2019t reach a real person until they\u2019ve already made it through a rigorous screening algorithm. Known as an applicant tracking system (ATS), this software looks for key features in resumes and cover letters.<\/p>\n

If the resume isn\u2019t in a readable format, is missing key terms, or contains too much irrelevant info, the ATS throws it out. Only the ones that check all the pre-programmed boxes will get sent on to a recruiter.<\/p>\n

How to Improve Your Resume With Keywords<\/h2>\n

The good news about having an ATS scan your resume is that if you do<\/em> include the right keywords, you boost your chances of making it through to a recruiter. These keywords may include years of experience, a college degree, or a specific license. Also, the hard and soft skills listed in the job title and description are almost guaranteed to be on the required keyword list.<\/p>\n

No matter what, make sure your keywords are accurate and contextual\u2014don\u2019t try to \u201cgame the system\u201d. If you haven\u2019t written an internet-friendly resume on your own before, it\u2019s worth seeking out resume writing assistance<\/a> so someone with more experience can help fine-tune your keyword choice.<\/p>\n

Getting the Formatting Right<\/h2>\n

Along with key terms, optimizing the format is the best way to improve your resume.<\/p>\n

The goal here is to make sure your document is easily-scannable and attractive to both recruiters and an ATS. First, make sure to save your resume as a .docx or .pdf file unless otherwise specified. You can use Google Docs to save your files in these formats for free.<\/p>\n

Next, organize your work experience in reverse chronological order, only including information that\u2019s relevant to the position you\u2019re applying for. Keep the font large enough to read, organize sections so they read from left to right, and don\u2019t include photos or fancy graphics.<\/p>\n

Try These Ways to Improve Your Resume<\/h2>\n

If you\u2019ve been wondering how to improve your resume enough to get it in front of a recruiter\u2019s eyes, give these tips a try. It\u2019s likely to take some trial and error, but knowing how the online application system works increases your chances of landing an interview.<\/p>\n

Make sure to read through the rest of our site for more tips on landing a job online.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Has hunting for jobs on the internet left you frustrated? If you\u2019re sick of still getting ghosted after months of searching, join the club. A single job listing, even for a small company, can receive thousands of applications. This means that unless your resume is exceptional, a recruiter won\u2019t even read it. Even though applying […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":99,"featured_media":4282,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"footnotes":"","_links_to":"","_links_to_target":""},"categories":[1202],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\nApplying to Online Jobs? This Is How to Improve Your Resume • Online Logo Maker's Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Has hunting for jobs on the internet left you frustrated? If you're sick of still getting ghosted after months of searching, join the club. 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