| When to Use It |
When seeking a position in the same field
Your career path has shown steady progress and increasing responsibilities
You can demonstrate measurable results from your work
You've held impressive job titles and/or have worked for big-name employers
Your work history has no gaps |
You are changing careers and utilizing your transferable skills
You have been employed by the same company for a long time
You have held several jobs that are dissimilar OR very similar in nature
You are a new graduate with limited work history, but DO have relevant coursework or training
Your work history contains gaps in employment |
Each position you have had involved a different job
You want to highlight internships or volunteer positions that are related to your field of interest
Significant skills are highlighted and supported by your employment history |
| Cautions |
Calls attention to employment gaps
Skills may be difficult to spot if they are buried in job descriptions |
Employers are used to viewing reverse chronological resumes. Be clear about why this is the best format for you!
May be more difficult to write |
Be sure your format supports your objective and is arranged in a logical, easy-to-follow manner |
