How Many Jobs Should I Include on My Resume

How Many Jobs Should I Include on My Resume As a Certified Professional Resume Writer through my business, Feather Communications, I often receive the following question: “How many jobs should I include on my resume?” Although there is no one specific answer, there are some general guidelines to consider when designing your resume. In general, I tell people that going back approximately 10 years on a resume is sufficient for job-seeking purposes. However, this is not a hard-and-fast rule. For instance, if you worked at a company that is very similar to the targeted company, you will want to include that on your resumeâ€"even if that job was 15 years ago. Do I include every job on my resume? No. However, if you are a recent graduate, then you may need to include that job you had while in high school. I worked as a bank teller in high school and left that on my resume for quite some time. It showed I had customer service skills, money-handling ability, and a sense of responsibility. One way to include ONLY jobs you believe are relevant is to title the section “Relevant Professional Experience.” This tells the employer that you had additional employment experience; however, you have included only those jobs that showcase similar skills to those needed for the job opening. The bottom line is this: you do not need to include every job on your resume. Categorize them in such a way that they can be interpreted as similar or helpful to the job you are seeking. Title your job history section appropriately so the employer knows that you may not be including all of your jobs. You can always elaborate on additional jobs during the interview process. Remember â€" your resume is unique and only you can decide how many jobs to include on your resume. Include your professional history that aligns with the job opening and make your resume shine!