Should You Include Military Experience on Your Resume?

The short answer: Yes, definitely!

I've have had clients who, during their strategic interviews, mentioned military backgrounds and/or current military service, yet their current resumes omitted it. Invariably, the clients expressed concern that putting their military service on their resumes would hurt their job prospects. You should absolutely be including this on your resume! 

In the eyes of professional hiring managers, military experience represents valuable job-related--and often leadership--skills that can be applied to nearly any civilian position. Not only that, most companies receive a variety of incentives for hiring and retaining those who are actively serving as well as veterans, and the law protects active duty service members and veterans from discrimination both on the job and in hiring practices.

So, don't hesitate to ask your resume writer to put your military experience on your resume, whether it be in your detailed work history or as some type of summary, such as relevant experience or as a career note. A professional, credentialed writer will know how to best present it on your behalf. 

At Kelley Resumes & Wordsmithing, we're grateful for your service and back it up with a discount for veterans and active duty military. Get your free, no-obligation consultation now.

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