Hello everyone.
I am new to the group and I am looking for advise on a few things.
1. I will be graduating in the fall at the age of 45. How do I incorporate this into my resume without sounding as if I am a young up and coming 22 year old? Obviously by job experiance will show this so hopefully that makes sense.
2. I also want to relocate to a new state. I would love nothing more that to move to this state to start my new career with the tools I have learned in school. Leaving a company after almost 20 years seems crazy, but it is time to begin this new chapter in life. How do I incorporate relocation into my resume? I know the town and possible to company I am looking at but also know that hiring someone from out of state is risky for employers.
Thank you!
I graduated at 37 (degree #2) and left the year on my resume to show my degree was recent and that in middle-age I was trainable and eager for a new opportunity.
I would leave the date off of your degree. For your 20 year career with the same company, make sure you highlight the results vs just the job tasks and make sure to include things that would translate into the position you are looking for. You can also leave off addresses of past jobs and even your current address. If you are willing to relocate yourself, that won't be a concern unless knowledge of the local area is necessary for the job. Apply for jobs where you want to live.
Yes! Congrats!!! I am 43 but have had my degree since 2000?. I just changed fields myself last year and moved to another state right before the pandemic hit. So on my resume I only go back 10 years and on my LI. Also, I do not put locations or graduation years on my resume! Age discrimination is real! People make assumptions based on age. It’s sad but true.
Also use LinkedIn to network with people and find some networking groups in your new city. I just joined one in my city now that things are opening up. There are also virtual groups. Also try and join some groups that are in your industry. I hope this helps and good luck! ?
Very helpful! Thank you
1. I graduated May 2016, at 43 my dear. I left a company that I worked for 14 years and then some, to take a crack at pursuing my educational accomplishment. During that time, after carefully and thoroughly glancing at what appeared to be the most expressive way to profoundly inform society, …"Get ready! Cause here I come." I realized that there was no area designated to put my age, because if truth be told that should not keeping me from moving forward. Mark these words: The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA) protects certain applicants and employees 40 years of age and older from discrimination on the basis of age in hiring, promotion, discharge, compensation, or terms, conditions or privileges of employment. The ADEA is enforced by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. Tah dah! Besides, you bring a whole lot of extra pizazz to the table.
According to the Harvard Business Review, people age 60 and over are projected to outnumber children under the age of five within the next year, and by 2025 we expect 25% of that to be active workers in the U.S.
2. You have confirmed that you are willing to relocate; and that you are familiar with the town. Have faith and do travel! We instill pages daily in our book titled "Life, according to ..." Many companies are seeking fresh faces, but with familiar apprehensions. Your age signifies tolerance, assurance, and accountability. They will be glad to have you. "Arise, go forth and conquer as of old." Alfred Lord Tennyson
How is your resume currently formatted? It's possible to have an education section and to leave off dates there while including your work experience from years past in your work section (with dates).
For #2, are you looking for in-person positions? I think it is more commonplace with remote work for people to work in different places than the office.
I have several resume formats I am considering using. It’s been a long time since I’ve had to even use a resume that so much has changed!
One format is the basic modern format which is minimal and the other is a more detailed chronological format. I have the education section but since I have not graduated yet and will be in September, I don’t want to state I have a degree yet if I do not. However I do want to list it under education with the expected graduation date.
I am looking for in person or remote work but do want to relocate to Tennessee.
Thank you for clarifying! I think adding it even with the expected date won't undermine your years of experience if you list those positions as well.
I've heard many others on this site advise leaving location off entirely and addressing it only when it comes up later. If you are willing to relocate, you can state it then. Everything is so up in the air with many companies' back to the office plans!
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