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Step 3: Assemble a Resumé and Cover Letter.

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Whether you need to create a brand new resume, update your current resume, or write a cover letter, we're here to guide you. Use the links below to learn some helpful tips on creating and perfecting your resume(s) and cover letters.

Do you need to create a new resume? Click here for a link to articles on how to write great resumes. To view samples of resumes in your profession, industry or related line of work to get ideas on how to describe your qualifications, experience, and achievements you can click here for more information.

You can immediately capture an employer’s interest by using the best resume format: chronological, functional, or combination.  If you need to know which is best for your situation, Click here.

 

If you are not sure how to format a resume in Microsoft Word, begin with one of the samples below by saving it as a word document in your files and replacing all of the incorrect words with your own information. 

Sample Resumes:

Combination Format Resume »
Functional Resume »
Function Resume with a Border »
Scannable Resume »

2-Page Resume »

O*NET Descriptors are categories of occupational information. Each descriptor contains specific elements of Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Interests, Work Activities and Values.  Click here to go to O*Net Online, then type the name of your occupation in the Quick Search window at the top right corner to access the lists of descriptors for that occupation.

Does your current resume target the job description and does it have keywords yet? Keywords are industry and job-specific words, usually nouns that you will find in job descriptions. Click here for information on keywords. 

A targeted resume is customized so that it specifically highlights the experience you have that is relevant to the job you are applying for; click here of more information on how to target your resume.

Do you need a cover letter? Click here for a link to articles on cover letters.

Need hands-on help with your resume?

Call the Solano Employment Connection One-Stop of your choice to schedule a rapid resource session that will help you create a resume, learn how to job search on the internet and/or create an internet e-mail account so you can e-mail your new resume to employers who have employment opportunities.  Or you can come into the One-Stop and take advantage of assistance provided by our partners.

Click here for more information »

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Have you created your resume and cover letters yet?