{ “@context”: “https://schema.org”, “@type”: “FAQPage”, “mainEntity”: [ { “@type”: “Question”, “name”: “How long should a resume be in 2026?”, “acceptedAnswer”: { “@type”: “Answer”, “text”: “For most job seekers, one page is ideal. Entry-level to mid-career professionals with up to 10 years of experience should use a one-page resume. Two pages are acceptable for senior professionals with 10+ years of relevant experience or executives. Never exceed two pages unless writing an academic CV or federal resume.” } }, { “@type”: “Question”, “name”: “Is a 3-page resume ever acceptable?”, “acceptedAnswer”: { “@type”: “Answer”, “text”: “For standard job applications, no. Three or more pages are only appropriate for academic CVs, federal government resumes, medical professionals, or when specifically requested. For private sector jobs, stick to 1-2 pages maximum.” } }, { “@type”: “Question”, “name”: “Should a new graduate have a one-page resume?”, “acceptedAnswer”: { “@type”: “Answer”, “text”: “Yes, new graduates and entry-level candidates should always use a one-page resume. Focus on education, internships, projects, and skills. You don’t have enough professional experience to justify two pages.” } }, { “@type”: “Question”, “name”: “How many bullet points should I use per job?”, “acceptedAnswer”: { “@type”: “Answer”, “text”: “Use 3-5 bullet points per job for recent positions. For older positions, 2-3 bullets are sufficient. Each bullet should highlight a quantifiable achievement, not just list responsibilities.” } }, { “@type”: “Question”, “name”: “Does resume length affect ATS scanning?”, “acceptedAnswer”: { “@type”: “Answer”, “text”: “Resume length doesn’t directly affect ATS scanning, but shorter resumes tend to have better formatting consistency. Multi-page resumes can have parsing issues. Focus on relevant keywords rather than adding length.” } }, { “@type”: “Question”, “name”: “What’s the difference between a resume and CV length?”, “acceptedAnswer”: { “@type”: “Answer”, “text”: “A resume is 1-2 pages and tailored to specific jobs. A CV has no page limit and documents your entire academic and professional history. In the US, use a resume for most jobs; use a CV only for academic or research positions.” } }, { “@type”: “Question”, “name”: “How long should a federal resume be?”, “acceptedAnswer”: { “@type”: “Answer”, “text”: “As of 2024, USAJOBS limits federal resumes to 2 pages under the Merit Hiring Plan. Include detailed descriptions of experience as federal hiring requires specific documentation of qualifications.” } } ] }