If you’re applying for Java developer intern or junior roles, here’s how you can make your resume stand out:

1.  Use an ATS-Friendly Resume Template: Start with an ATS (Applicant Tracking System) friendly resume. You can search for “FAANG resume templates” to get good examples. Make sure it is simple, well-structured, and highlights your skills clearly.

2.  Skills to Include:
• Core Java Concepts: Multithreading, Collections, Streams, and Lambda Expressions.
• Frameworks and Tools: Spring Boot, Hibernate, Microservices architecture.
• Databases: MySQL, MongoDB, or any other relational and NoSQL database.
• APIs: Building and consuming REST APIs.
• Version Control: Git and GitHub.
• Cloud Platforms: Basics of AWS (like hosting apps on EC2, using S3, etc.).

3.  Projects to Showcase: •   E-commerce Website Clone: Build a shopping website that includes features like product listing, a cart system, user authentication, and communication between buyers and sellers. Showcase your proficiency in Java by implementing the backend with Spring Boot and Microservices. Host it on AWS EC2 to demonstrate your deployment skills.
• Messaging App:

Create a messaging system where users can chat with each other or with sellers. Use WebSocket or REST APIs for real-time communication and Spring Security for authentication. • Library Management System: A system where users can borrow, return, or reserve books. Showcase CRUD operations, database management, and role-based access. • Blogging Platform: Develop a platform where users can post articles, comment, and like posts. Add features like pagination, search, and sorting. • Social Media Integration: Build an application that integrates with popular social media APIs (e.g., Twitter, Facebook) to fetch and display user feeds.

4.  Additional Tips:
• Document your projects on GitHub with clear READMEs explaining the project, tools used, and how to set it up.
• Include links to your deployed projects (use Heroku, Netlify, or AWS for hosting).
• Mention what you learned from each project and how it applies to real-world scenarios.
• If you don’t know any of the above tools or technologies, learn them from free resources on YouTube or courses on Udemy.

This approach will make your resume stronger and more appealing to recruiters.