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Putting a name that you go by other than your birth name on your resume is totally acceptable, so long as it's formatted correctly. Though you should include your legal name on your resume for official reasons, including the name you wish to be called is customary in the hiring process. So long as you use appropriate and preferred methods for doing so, putting a nickname on your resume is an easy edit to make!
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Putting a name that you go by other than your birth name on your resume is totally acceptable, so long as it's formatted correctly. Though you should include your legal name on your resume for official reasons, including the name you wish to be called is customary in the hiring process. So long as you use appropriate and preferred methods for doing so, putting a nickname on your resume is an easy edit to make!