Common English Mistakes in Resumes by Ukrainian Speakers

This page focuses on errors typically made by native Ukrainian speakers from Ukraine when writing a Resume in English.

Mistake Example #1

Confusion with word order ('Always I go to the store' instead of 'I always go to the store')

Objective-driven professional with over five years of experience in project management. AI alwaysI strive to deliver projects on time and within budget. In my previous role, IsuccessfullyI led a team of ten to complete a high-profile project, resulting in a 20% increase in client satisfaction.

Text corrected by:
Jennifer, Detroit, Michigan USA

"Very good! I just made some minor changes to the word order."

Objective-driven professional with over five years of experience in project management. I always strive to deliver projects on time and within budget. In my previous role, I successfully led a team of ten to complete a high-profile project, resulting in a 20% increase in client satisfaction.

Objective-driven professional with over five years of experience in project management. Always I strive to deliver projects on time and within budget. In my previous role, successfully I led a team of ten to complete a high-profile project, resulting in a 20% increase in client satisfaction.

Mistake Example #2

Skipping articles ('I bought car' instead of 'I bought a car')

EAn experienced software developer with over five years in theindustry., I have worked on various projects, includingthe development of web applications and mobile apps. GI graduated from Kyiv National University with adegree in Ccomputer Sscience. Sand am seekinga position inat a dynamic company where I can contribute to ateam and grow professionally.

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Vince, United States

"Changes I made were mostly to improve fluidity and readability. Good writing! "

An experienced software developer with over five years in the industry, I have worked on various projects, including the development of web applications and mobile apps. I graduated from Kyiv National University with a degree in computer science and am seeking a position at a dynamic company where I can contribute to a team and grow professionally.

Experienced software developer with over five years in industry. I have worked on various projects, including development of web applications and mobile apps. Graduated from Kyiv National University with degree in Computer Science. Seeking position in dynamic company where I can contribute to team and grow professionally.

Mistake Example #3

Using 'will' incorrectly in conditionals ('If it will rain, I will stay' instead of 'If it rains, I will stay')

OI am an objective-driven professional with over five years of experience in project management. If itwill be's necessary to lead a team, I will ensure that all members are motivated and productive. I am confident that if acompany willprovides the right tools, I will deliver successful results.

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Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

"This needed some tweaking for correct word usage in conditionals."

I am an objective-driven professional with over five years of experience in project management. If it's necessary to lead a team, I will ensure that all members are motivated and productive. I am confident that if a company provides the right tools, I will deliver successful results.

Objective-driven professional with over five years of experience in project management. If it will be necessary to lead a team, I will ensure that all members are motivated and productive. I am confident that if company will provide the right tools, I will deliver successful results.