Custom Resume Sections: Boosting Relevance for Your Dream Job

A generic resume rarely impresses hiring managers. Careerday’s AI Resume Builder now lets you add and reorder custom sections, tailoring your resume to highlight what matters most for each job. Here’s how this feature maximizes your application’s relevance.

Why Custom Sections Matter

Standard resumes often miss unique experiences that set you apart:

• Showcase side projects, certifications, or volunteer work
• Highlight niche skills specific to the job
• Address unique job requirements directly
• Make your resume feel personalized, not cookie-cutter
• Increase ATS compatibility with targeted content

Choosing the Right Custom Sections

Add sections that align with your target role:

• Projects: Highlight relevant side or personal projects (e.g., ‘Developed a Python-based analytics dashboard’)
• Certifications: List credentials like AWS or PMP to show expertise
• Volunteer Work: Include roles demonstrating leadership or skills
• Technical Skills: Detail specific tools or languages for tech roles
• Professional Development: Show ongoing learning like workshops

Strategic Section Ordering

Place your strongest assets first:

• Move relevant sections (e.g., Projects) above Experience for impact
• Prioritize skills matching the job description near the top
• Place less relevant sections like Education lower
• Adapt order based on job type (e.g., tech vs. management)
• Ensure ATS can parse reordered sections clearly

Crafting Compelling Content

Make custom sections impactful:

• Use action verbs and quantify results (e.g., ‘Increased efficiency by 20%’)
• Incorporate keywords from the job description
• Keep entries concise and relevant
• Align content with company needs
• Test readability for human recruiters

Careerday’s Custom Resume Power

Careerday’s AI Resume Builder makes customization effortless. Add and order sections to highlight your unique strengths, with AI suggesting job-specific keywords and content. Pair with Advanced Search to find 19M+ roles that match your profile, and use Company Intelligence to align sections with employer priorities. Track applications with the Application Tracker, and prep for interviews with the Mock Interview Coach (Platinum plan). Start free at Careerday.com and craft a resume that wins.