Example Chronological Resume

Chronological Resume

A chronological resume emphasizes your work and experiences and organizes your information around dates. This format is easy to follow because they highlight your career history and employer names. You should use the chronological format when your work or activity experience is strong and relevant to your job objective, when previous job titles are impressive and job history shows growth in your field. This format does have disadvantages as well, your skills may not be highlighted and gaps in your career history are usually more visible since there is an emphasis on dates. With this format you are going to list jobs or experiences in reverse chronological order with your most recent position listed first.

The chronological resume is most suitable when:

1. You have a steady and consistent employment history with no major gaps in employment and have not changed career tracks recently.
2. Your employment history has been one of progressively responsible positions.
3. Your titles have been impressive and/or you have been recently employed at well-known companies.
4. Your major accomplishments have been achieved in your most recent positions.
5. You are seeking a career in a field where this format is expected.