Hi guys!
I’ve got the following problem: I’m currently applying for jobs since I’ll complete my master's degree in October.
I already applied to McKinsey for an analyst role. So far so good, since my CV was exactly one page.
Now the following problem: I started a new working student job last week and now I want to add this role in my resume. But my resume would then be two pages with only the extracurricular like skills etc. on the second page. Obviously a no go.
My resume is build the following:
Master’s degree
Bachelors Degree
Training (as an insurance business man)
High school diploma
Job 1
Job 2
Job 3
Extracurricular
To hit exactly one page I’m thinking about leaving out my high school diploma. I can’t write my bullet points any shorter… or is it too early in my career to leave out high school?!
Would really love to hear your thoughts!!
Thanks a lot! :)
thanks a lot for your advice! I'll definitely need to experiment a bit about moving my work experience to the top.
A comment here described it quite good... since I am a student in the DACH region, recruiters want your high school diploma when you apply to them, especially if this is your first "full time" job. So, in this case, I think it´s too early here in my region to leave this part out, even though I didn't achieve top top grades.
I tried to delete one or two bullet points and I reduced my size to 9. Now it's all on one page...
I'm glad I managed to shed some light on your question. As you said, it might be a good idea to build both versions, then take a step back and assess what is your impression looking at it (the recruiter will likely have a similar impression). Also, I agree, if the high school is very important to your region, then use it. One suggestion is to use it for every recruiting process in your region where the school is well known and omit it when applying to other location.
Good luck with your applications and let me know if you have additional questions. Happy to chat about any recruiting topic!
Cheers