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

Sample Resumes

Functional Resumes

Sample Resumes

Combination Resumes

Sample Resumes

Create a Resume

NYCareerZone – 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:

Sample Cover Letters

NYCareerZone – 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:

NY State Department of Labor

The Ultimate Interview Guide: 30 Prep tips for Job Interview Success

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?:

Salary.com