Landing His First Industry Job in Less Than 6 Months Post-Graduation

How Resume Target helped a new engineering grad stand out in a competitive market

"It still sounded like me, and I had a resume ready to go into the job search, feeling more confident than ever."

— Ryan L., Student/Entry-Level

The Turning Point

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In just 45 minutes, our writer uncovered what Ryan couldn't see.

Our Writer Asked "Tell me about your capstone projects and key coursework..."

Ryan Shared "I worked on several major projects including practical exams and group work..."

On The Resume "Led capstone engineering project applying mechanical design principles, collaborating with cross-functional team to deliver solution exceeding project specifications"

What our interview uncovered:

Relevant coursework and technical skills
Capstone project leadership
Internship soft skills development
ATS-optimized formatting

"I spoke with Clare one time on the phone and gave her my experience and interests, and she came out with a draft that was absolutely perfect."

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The Challenge

Ryan was excited to begin looking for work in his field. However, he was also nervous about how long it could take him to land his first role in engineering. Ryan recognized the competitive nature of his industry and sought ways to distinguish himself for relevant roles.

There are over 46 million students and recent graduates on LinkedIn, drastically increasing competition in the job market for individuals at that level of their career. Ryan wanted help to ensure his resume was concise, formatted effectively, and ready to launch him into a job after graduation.

Why Ryan Chose Resume Target's Professional Resume Writing Service

After conducting some research and looking at reviews, Ryan decided to give Resume Target a try. He saw that our website advertised engineering-focused services and related resume samples, which was exactly what he was looking for.

Additionally, he noted that we emphasized the ATS-friendly aspect of all our documents. ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems) are a common tool used by job boards and company websites today to screen incoming resumes. Ensuring his documents were effectively optimized for ATS was essential, especially when considering that 70% of his target employers would be utilizing the software.

What separates Resume Target from other professional resume writing services is our 1:1 interview process. All our writers are industry experts with professional writing backgrounds, skilled at crafting resumes that truly showcase your unique experience and skills.

"I spoke with Clare one time on the phone and gave her my experience and interests, and she came out with a draft that was absolutely perfect."

How Our Resume Writers Transformed Ryan's Resume

In our efforts to showcase Ryan's candidacy for roles aligned with his education, we prioritized highlighting his academic experiences. This involved delving into the skills he acquired during his undergraduate studies over four years.

To delve deeper into his educational background, we requested Ryan's transcripts. This allowed us to pinpoint relevant coursework and associated skills that could bolster his profile.

During the call, we discussed some of Ryan's key projects in more depth, including capstone projects, major coursework, group work, and even practical exams. We aimed to illustrate instances where Ryan applied his acquired skills, especially considering his limited direct work experience.

We emphasized the projects he had been involved with, highlighting the scope of the project, Ryan's role and contributions, and the project's successes and outcome.

The Results: Technical Specialist Role Secured

Ryan felt a lot more confident after working with Resume Target. He found that the job interview process felt more comfortable as well. He had key points, experiences, and stories to add to the interview that he hadn't thought of previously, based on the discussion with his resume writer.

Within six months of finalizing the documents, Ryan landed a role as a Technical Specialist with an engineering firm.

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Landing His First Industry Job in Less Than 6 Months Post-Graduation

Ryan faced fierce competition.

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What our interview uncovered:

The Challenge

Why Ryan Chose Resume Target's Professional Resume Writing Service

How Our Resume Writers Transformed Ryan's Resume

The Results: Technical Specialist Role Secured

Ryan's Transformation

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Landing His First Industry Job in Less Than 6 Months Post-Graduation

Ryan faced fierce competition.

We Fix Your Resume With One Conversation

What our interview uncovered:

The Challenge

Why Ryan Chose Resume Target's Professional Resume Writing Service

How Our Resume Writers Transformed Ryan's Resume

The Results: Technical Specialist Role Secured

Ryan's Transformation

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