US Resume Format

1–2 pages, no photo, achievement bullets — ATS-safe for Workday & Greenhouse

US resume format is short and results-focused: no photo, reverse chronology, and keywords mirrored from the job ad for Workday, Taleo, and Greenhouse. Follow the checklist, then localize with CrossBorder if you also apply outside the US.

Further reading: International job search·Paste a job → CrossBorder CV·Resume vs CV by country·ATS optimization guide·Free US template

1-2 Pages

Concise and results-focused format

Work Experience First

Reverse chronological order

Education Section

Degrees and certifications

English Only

No translation needed

June 2026 refresh — US resume format (zombie CTR pass)

Query-aligned for US resume format searches—template, ATS check, and perfect-CV structure first.

Next Steps for Better US Conversion

Use this sequence before your next US application batch: validate resume format, mirror job keywords, then tailor by role.

US Resume Format Requirements

  • Length: 1-2 pages maximum (1 page preferred for less than 10 years experience)
  • Photo: No photo required (and often discouraged)
  • Personal Info: Name, email, phone, LinkedIn. No age, marital status, or nationality
  • Format: Reverse chronological order (most recent first)
  • Sections: Contact, Professional Summary, Work Experience, Education, Skills
  • Style: Results-focused with quantifiable achievements

ATS Systems Used in the US

Your CV must be optimized for these Applicant Tracking Systems

Workday
Taleo
Greenhouse
Lever
iCIMS

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