How to Add a Resume to LinkedIn (with pictures)

When you add your resume to LinkedIn you are providing yourself with a world of new job possibilities. LinkedIn is a great way to get discovered by recruiters and land a rewarding work-from-home job. It’s super easy too. In this guide, we’ll show you how to upload your resume, step by step.

The Benefits of Adding Your Resume to LinkedIn

There are three main ways to add your resume. The first way is to simply upload an existing file. Normally, when you upload your resume for the application process, your resume remains private. It is then conveniently available for when you are ready to apply for a job via Easy Apply. We will revisit this option in the next section.

The second way to add your resume to LinkedIn is by building it within LinkedIn. The platform provides a handy template tool for this process.

The third way to add your resume to LinkedIn is by featuring it. This too is accomplished by uploading an existing file from your computer. Now your resume is not normally visible to the public. However, some individuals have chosen to make theirs public by featuring it on their profile. Featuring your resume on your LinkedIn account may help recruiters and employers easily find your information. This can enable them to quickly find out if you have the skillset they’re looking for. Also, by having your resume featured online, employers can contact you directly instead of having to message you through the platform.

Uploading Your Resume

On the main Navigation Bar select the jobs icon
From the More drop-down list, select the Resume Builder option
Press the Upload Resume button
Select your file and upload it from your computer
Once you click Next, the upload will be complete

Your resume data will automatically fill in the LinkedIn template. From there, you have the option to edit and perfect your resume anytime.

Building Your Resume

If you don’t have a resume document file to upload, you can easily build a resume on LinkedIn.

From the main Navigation Bar select the jobs icon
Click on the More drop-down list and select the Resume Builder option
Press the Create From Profile button
You will be prompted to enter your desired job title
By providing your desired job title, you will be provided with personalized keyword suggestions
Your resume template will load
Click on the corresponding pen or plus toggles to expand each topic field
Keyword suggestions will appear in the right sidebar
When you’re finished editing, you have the option to preview your resume
Your resume is now uploaded
Additionally, under the More drop-down list you have the option to print your resume as a PDF

Featuring Your Resume

From the top navigation menu select Me
Click on the Add Section button shown just under your contact information
Select the Featured down arrow
Click on the Media option
From here you will be prompted to select a file from your device
Choose your most up to date resume and click to open it
Another box will open and provide you with the opportunity to provide a description
Be sure to click save on the bottom right of the form
Your resume will now be live and on display within the featured section of your profile

Further Considerations

There are a few things you may want to consider before uploading or featuring your resume on LinkedIn. For one, if you are currently employed, keep in mind that your present employer may be able see if you are actively looking for a job.

Another issue is that anyone can view your resume and potentially see your personal information. However, you have total control over the amount of information that you place within your resume. Furthermore, you can decide if you want to exclude items like your phone number, address, or email. LinkedIn gives you full control over what you want to add to your resume.

Related: How to Ask for Referral on LinkedIn

Conclusion

Now that you’ve uploaded your resume to LinkedIn, you’re on your way to finding an amazing job. Even better, you’re accomplishing your work from home dreams.

LinkedIn helps you organize all of your employment information all in one place and it also provides the opportunity to directly interact with and apply for the companies you would like to work for.

Let us know your experience. How has uploading your resume helped you?