1. Make sure your resume is in the correct format
The website you upload to might change the organization of your resume if you do not submit your resume in the correct format.
Select the resume format that the employer asks for.
If they do not specify, choose the format that works best with your resume to ensure the formatting such as font, bullet points or margins don’t change. Uploading your resume in the right format helps maintain the readability of your resume for hiring managers and recruiters.
2. Copy and paste your resume
Some job search sites, talent management websites or online applications do not have the option to upload resumes. Instead of uploading your resume onto these sites, they may require you to use their own resume builder or they may require a version of your resume that is copied and pasted into a text box. In this case, it is likely that your resume won’t keep its formatting. Make sure to add spaces where you see jumbled words and sentences before you save and submit your resume.
3. Click the “upload” or “upload resume” button
Most job sites give you the option to upload your resume file straight to their site. To do this, you must click the upload button or attach file button and search your files for your resume.
4. Select your resume file
Choose the proper file and click “open” to attach the document to the website.
5. Click the “upload” button again and save
Some websites don’t upload files automatically after you select your resume. You must verify that the file you selected is the correct resume and then click upload again to add your resume to the online system. Some websites allow you to make changes as needed before you save your resume in their system to begin applying for jobs.
