Should your resume objective should be specific to the actual job I'm applying for?

Question

If so, how should I do this?

Answer 1

I think so. Take a look at some real resumes (I've provided a list below in the sources) and look to see how they target the jobs they want with their objectives. Use them as guidance!

Answer 2

I change mine to fit the job I am applying for. Those people reading the resumes don't want to spend all day trying to get to the good part of your resume to figure out if you will fit in the job. Tailor the resume so that the info they want is right there for easy reading.

Answer 3

Your resume should also be INDUSTRY and COUNTRY specific.

In South Afruica, the general format differs from USA resume and you will not give a 'resume objective'.

Indicate what industry you applying to, and also what type of job in which countries; and you will most probably get better quality answers.

Answer 4

I think it should, I recent applied for a few jobs and changed my resume for each one to make me seem more eqquipped for the job. I did it by putting something that applies to the job under the "Skills" section of my resume, plus the cover letter.

Answer 5

I would say, generally so. I'm sure you already know, (I have a lot of experience here), all you want your resume to do is to get you an interview. I would not waste a lot of time on this, I would busy myself getting ready for the interview.

Answer 6

I think it should be specific to the career type yes. If you include a cover letter, you can be more specific to the actually company you are applying to as well.

Answer 7

Yes. You should do what you can to cater your resume to the job you're applying for.