US guide
Resume Tailoring for US Jobs
American hiring runs on ATS scoring and keyword density. CalibratedCV calibrates your resume to the specific job description so you pass screening and reach the recruiter.
US hiring is the most ATS-heavy of any English-speaking market. Over 99% of Fortune 500 companies use ATS screening. Workday, Greenhouse, Lever, iCIMS, and Taleo are the dominant platforms. LinkedIn is the primary professional network and job board for white-collar roles. Indeed aggregates listings from across the web and is used heavily for all seniority levels. US resumes are typically one page for candidates with under 10 years experience.
The solution
How CalibratedCV helps
CalibratedCV analyses the job description and rewrites your resume to match the exact language, keywords, and competency signals the ATS is looking for. It formats your resume to one-page convention for US applications and applies American achievement quantification standards. Cover letters are rewritten to match the US direct-value-proposition style rather than the narrative style common in other markets.
Local context
United States specifics
US resumes should not include a photo, date of birth, or marital status. These are excluded by default to avoid discrimination claims during hiring. Achievements should be quantified wherever possible using dollar amounts, percentages, and headcount. A strong summary statement at the top of the resume is standard for experienced professionals. US cover letters are typically one page and open with a direct statement of the value you bring.
FAQ
Common questions about United States applications
Does CalibratedCV work for US ATS systems?
Yes. CalibratedCV is tested against Workday, Greenhouse, Lever, iCIMS, SmartRecruiters, and Taleo. The output passes all major US ATS platforms.
Should a US resume be one page?
For most candidates with under 10 years experience, yes. Senior professionals and executives with 15 or more years of experience can use two pages. Academic CVs follow a different convention and can be longer. CalibratedCV applies the right length convention for your experience level and role type.
What should I not include on a US resume?
No photo, no date of birth, no marital or family status, and no nationality. These are excluded by default in CalibratedCV output to avoid triggering discrimination concerns during screening.
Is LinkedIn or Indeed better for US job search?
Both serve different purposes. LinkedIn is better for networking, direct outreach to hiring managers, and roles in tech, finance, consulting, and marketing. Indeed is better for high-volume searches across all sectors. Most serious US job seekers use both.
How important is the resume summary for US applications?
Very important. US hiring managers scan resumes in under 10 seconds before deciding to read further. A strong two to three sentence summary at the top stating your role, years of experience, and top two or three value-adds significantly improves scan-through rates.
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