Common English Mistakes in Resumes by Arabic Speakers

This page focuses on errors typically made by native Arabic speakers from United Arab Emirates when writing a Resume in English.

Mistake Example #1

Misuse of articles ('I have car' instead of 'I have a car')

Experienced software engineer with over five yearsof' experiencein developing applications. I havea strong background in Java and Python, and Ihave worked on many projects in theUAE. I am seeking aposition inat a dynamic company where I can contribute to the team and grow my skills.

Text corrected by:
Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

"This needed some corrections for the proper use of articles, among other fixes."

Experienced software engineer with over five years' experience developing applications. I have a strong background in Java and Python, and have worked on many projects in the UAE. I am seeking a position at a dynamic company where I can contribute to the team and grow my skills.

Experienced software engineer with over five years of experience in developing applications. I have strong background in Java and Python, and I have worked on many projects in UAE. I am seeking position in dynamic company where I can contribute to team and grow my skills.

Mistake Example #2

Overuse of passive voice

Objective-driven professional with extensive experience in project management and team leadership. A successful project was completed under my supervision, and multiple teams were coordinated to achieve company goals. SI possess skills in strategic planning and problem-solving are possessed, andtake a proactive approach to challengesis taken.

Text corrected by:
Michele A., Boston, Massachusetts; United States

"I changed some of the phrases from the passive voice to the active voice. Otherwise, the ideas in this text are clearly expressed."

Objective-driven professional with extensive experience in project management and team leadership. A successful project was completed under my supervision, and multiple teams were coordinated to achieve company goals. I possess skills in strategic planning and problem-solving and take a proactive approach to challenges.

Objective-driven professional with extensive experience in project management and team leadership. A successful project was completed under my supervision, and multiple teams were coordinated to achieve company goals. Skills in strategic planning and problem-solving are possessed, and a proactive approach to challenges is taken.