Engineering Resumes –Stand Out for the Right Reasons

My approach to resume writing is viewing resumes, cover letters, and LinkedIn profiles as your own personal marketing materials. While this is true of resumes prepared for any field, here are a few key elements that will help your engineering or technical resume get attention for the right reasons: MAKE IMPORTANT DETAILS EASY TO FIND: Are you a P.Eng, an EIT, or a P.Geo? This designation needs to be clearly listed with your name. A separate section of your resume should also list which professional organization(s) issued your designation...

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Professional Resume Writer in Calgary – Engineering Resumes

Professional Resume Writer in Calgary – Engineering Resumes   Since launching a partnership with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) in 2014 I have had the pleasure of working with engineering students, graduates, and established professionals in a variety of disciplines.  Resumes for process engineers are obviously quite different from those for software engineers, but there are guidelines that apply to all engineering professionals.  The below information outlines the most important...

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Professional Resume Writer in Calgary – 2014 Award Winner

Professional Resume Writer in Calgary – 2014 Resume Awards Professional Edge Resumes is excited to announce that Jennifer Miller has won two awards from the Career Professionals of Canada!  In 2014 Jennifer received the following awards: Outstanding Canadian Résumé Contributor Best New Graduate Resume Category Outstanding Canadian Résumé Contributor Best Technical Resume Category (Honourable Mention) Each year Career Professionals of Canada recognizes individuals with Awards of Excellence in a variety of categories.  The winners for...

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Professional Resume Writer in Calgary – Exciting New Partnership!

Exciting New Partnership – The Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA)    Professional Edge Resumes is pleased to announce a new partnership with APEGA!  This partnership offers a 15% discount to all active members, members-in-training, students registered with ASAP, and APEGA employees. Additional information can be found at:  http://www.apega.ca/Members/Benefits/toc.html  

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Professional Resume Writer in Calgary – Is Your Resume Ready for 2014?

Professional Resume Writer in Calgary – Is Your Resume Ready for 2014? 2013 has come to a close and many people are thinking about gearing up their job search.  With a new year here, it’s time to evaluate your resume and cover letter.  Will you resume impress recruiters?  Will it make it through Applicant Tracking Systems?  Does your resume follow current trends, or is it old fashioned?  The following tips will make sure your career documents are ready for 2014: Highlight accomplishments, not responsibilities.  Two words that should...

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