Resume Writing Resources
Resume Tips
Find tips on what to say on your resume and how to say it to make it stand out to employers:
Ask a Manager Blog – offers “a bunch of help finding a new job” including resumes, interviews and more.
Chronological Resumes
Functional Resumes
Combination Resumes
Create a Resume
NYS CareerZone – Use the fill-in-the-blank template to create your resume, which can then be saved as a Microsoft Word document for editing and printing.
Job Now (Mid-Hudson Library Card needed to access) – A database that will help you create a resume, hone your interview skills and search for jobs. Patrons can also take practice tests, chat with a live tutor or receive writing help.
Cover Letter Resources
Find information on how to make your cover letter stand out from the competition:
NYS CareerZone – Use the fill-in-the-blank template to create a cover letter. Choose from a simple or custom template to best highlight your skills.
Interviewing Resources
Find information on how to prepare for an interview from the sites listed below:
Ask a Manager Blog – offers “a bunch of help finding a new job” including resumes, interviews, and more.
Find salary information to help answer the question “What are your salary requirements?”: