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Resumes, Cover Letters & CVs

Utilize these key resources to assist with creating a fresh resume, cover letter or CV or revising a document you already have:

Resumes

3 Easy Steps to Craft Your Resume

  1. Look at the job description of the position for which you are applying. Highlight areas where you have experience, skills, knowledge and abilities.
  2. Use the highlighted language to craft your Resume Framework.
  3. Schedule an appointment to have your resume critiqued by a Career Counselor by emailing career.services@fresno.edu.

Resume Resources

  • Resume Framework | a Word document to help you get started.
  • Resume Guide | describes how to create a resume with examples.
  • Resume Profile | outlines how to add a resume profile with examples.
  • Resume Content | learn how to create dynamic descriptions that draw in recruiters.
  • ATS | grasp how to beat applicant tracking systems (ATS) in your job search.
  • | mock applicant tracking system offering 4 free monthly scans.
  • Transferable Skills | include qualities that transfer from one job to another.
  •  | proofreading resource for your resume and other documents.
  •  | lists the best skills for your resume. See Tech Skills for IT resumes.

US Government Resumes

  •  | teaches how to create a US government resume.
  •  | explains how to write a US government resume.

Cover Letters

  • Cover Letter Framework | a Word document to help you get started.
  • Cover Letter Guide | describes how to create a cover letter with examples.
  •  | provides cover letter advice, samples, videos, and more.
  •  | learn to create a high-quality cover letter.

Curriculum Vitae (CV)