Employers look for words in a resume that show skills relevant to the vacancy. They look for hard and soft skills, so include both when writing your resume.
Adding keywords to your resume is important because if employers don’t see relevant terms on your resume within a few seconds, it’s possible they’ll stop reading.
Below are some examples of words employers often look for when reviewing job applications. Read them for reference, but remember to use keywords specific to your target job.
- Problem solving
- Results oriented
- Teamwork
- Self-motivated
- Computer skills
- Language skills
- Organizational skills
- Interpersonal skills
A good way to find words to add to your resume is by checking the job ad for keywords that describe the employer’s ideal candidate.