Resume Checklist

What it is for

An interactive checklist for reviewing your resume before sending it out. It is meant for job seekers who want to check format, content, contact details and a final proofread, catching small slips like a casual email address or a file named 'resume final v3' that can quietly weaken an application.

How it works

The items are grouped into four blocks: format, content, contact and final review. You tick each one as you verify it against your own document, and a counter shows how many are done out of the total. There is no score or formula. Progress is saved on this device, so you can stop and come back, and the reset button clears everything when you want to review a different version of your resume.

Worked example

Say you are applying for an analyst role. You open the checklist, confirm the font and spacing are consistent, replace a nickname-style email with a professional address, add your LinkedIn link and export the file as a PDF. When you tick the last item, a message confirms the resume has been reviewed.

Limits and caveats

The checklist gathers general good practice and does not guarantee interviews or passing automated screening. Companies and countries have their own format preferences, so adapt the items to the role and the job market where you are applying.

Frequently asked questions

Should a resume be one page or two?

The checklist suggests one page, or two if your experience is long. The practical test is whether everything shown is relevant to the job. If a second page only repeats or pads, cut it and lead with your most recent, strongest results.

What is an ATS and why does it matter for my resume?

An ATS is the applicant tracking system some employers use to read and filter applications. Heavily designed layouts can be parsed badly. That is why the checklist asks for a simple layout, readable text and keywords that match the job posting.

Do I need a different resume for every job?

You do not have to rewrite everything, but adjusting the summary and keywords to the type of role helps. The checklist recommends one version per kind of position, so you keep a solid base and change only what shifts the focus.