I’m just starting out in finance and trying to make my resume stand out, but I don’t have a ton of experience yet. I’ve interned at a small advisory firm and done some freelance financial analysis work, but it’s hard to know how to frame that for big finance jobs. How did you all make your resumes pop in the early stages of your career? Any tips for highlighting transferable skills that don’t involve years of experience?

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My biggest advice for starting your career is be willing to take a job that isn't exactly what you want so that you can get your foot in the door of whatever industry you're interested in. Lean on your network as much as you can because you're right, your resume starting out isn't going to havr the history that will make it stand out against anyone else that's also starting their career. Most important skill is to come across as intelligent and someone the hiring manager will enjoy having on their team.

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Wallstreetoasis has some good resume templates for early career finance. It’s for investment banking so you’ll have to modify it but will give you an idea

You're definitely on the right track with internships and freelance work! Focus on showcasing the impact you made—did you help improve processes, save time, or contribute to decision-making? Highlight transferable skills like problem-solving, communication, and analytical thinking. Quantify where possible!

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