Objective…do you need one?
Posted by Kay in Resumes on 03 22nd, 2009 | no responses
Like everything else about a resume, this is debatable.
I say you don’t need an objective if you are applying to a specific position and include a cover letter.
If you are posting a resume to an employer database, job board or just sending out to a company you know hire for the type of position you are looking for, but don’t necessary have an opening, you should include a very detailed objective.
A detailed objective should include the type of position, as well as the industry you are looking to get into. For instance, for the position I currently hold, my objective would go something like this “A student focused position in an accredited institution of higher learning.”