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As we have seen, the resume has changed in the digital age. Some would argue that there is still a place for the traditional resume. With that in mind this section will briefly describe the traditional formats. They can be used to set up the information needed in any kind of resume—digital or paper.

The Chronological resume has always been very common. It provides information such as work experience in reverse chronological order starting with the most recent first. It is not recommended for the job seeker who has a spotty work record or has been out of the workforce for some time. It also might not be appropriate for someone who is seeking to make a significant change in his or her career. Educational experience lists the school and the degree information. Students should place educational experience first, as that is the most recent activity.

The functional resume emphasizes qualifications and skills, rather than the order in which they were obtained. Emphasizing qualifications will likely catch the attention of the employer and mitigate a spotty work record.

A combination resume utilizes characteristics of both the chronological and the functional resume and combines them into one. A combination resume highlights skills that are related to the job being sought and deemphasizes either a limited or a spotty work history.

Certain kinds of information are expected in all resumes. How you present the information can vary as pointed out in the box on Resume Formats. A caution is to never fudge information in your resume. There are many ways an employer can verify information—especially in this online world.

It is generally accepted that there are six parts to a resume. You may find that other books you research on resumes have these items in different orders and by different names. These six parts are:

 Contact information

 Career summary or objective

 Experience

 Education

 Skills

 Awards, professional memberships, and certifications

Other information that the prospective employee feels important can also be added. The order that this information is presented relates to the resume format you choose.