ATS Resume Guide

What recruiters and ATS actually see

Applicant tracking systems parse text and compare it to job criteria. Focus on clarity, standard headings, and role‑aligned keywords.

Quick wins

• Use reverse‑chronological format; avoid tables and text boxes
• Standard fonts (Helvetica, Arial, Calibri); 10–12pt body
• Mirror job keywords naturally in bullets and skills

Next steps

• Run the free ATS check
• Browse ATS‑friendly templates
• Build or import your resume