If someone does their education before all of their work experience, a resume easily reads chronologically with the education at the bottom. If a veteran worked, then served, then went to school and now works, I’m not sure whether to break out the education section to reflect how a typical resume might read OR keep it in full chronological order. If in full chronological order, the education section would be in the middle of the "Experience" section. Grateful for any advice.
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Usually latest employment goes first...often it reflects the continued culmination and application of the previous work experience you've had. This also gives you and the reader an immediate chance to see how you can fit the requirements of the job.
Good luck on your job search.
Let's cut through the bull about resumes. No one ever got a job with a resume. You get it only with a face-to-face interview with the person who can hire you. HR departments use resumes to screen out candidates. The advice offered is good but have someone you trust to review it. Ask if they would hire you...and demand an honest answer. Understand there are good resumes by good people, bad resumes by good people, bad resumes by good people, and bad resumes by bad people. Tailor each resume to the job you are seeking. Go for the hiring manager...not HR.
Good Luck..
Dave
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Elayne and Steve offer great advice. Remember the resume is a tool to sell the potential employer on why you are the right fit for the position. Make sure you are tailoring the resume to the position you are seeking. Are there any successes in previous jobs that would demonstrate the skills the potential employer is seeking? How about when you were in the military? You likely have a compelling life story since you worked, then decided to serve. Make sure that comes across in the cover letter. All the best.
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