A well written resume briefly, yet specifically documents your relevant education and experiences. An excellent resume is:

• Easy to read

• Consistently formatted

• Highlights accomplishments and skills

• Provides quantifiable information

• Tailored to the job you are seeking

The links below will help you get started. After you have written a draft of your resume, call Career Services at 724-738-2028 to schedule an appointment with a career counselor.

Education Majors - Click here to find information about writing a teacher's resume.

Resume Parts

Resume Appearance Guidelines

Types of Resumes

• Internship

• Entry-level Professional

• Graduate School

• Experienced Professional

• Curriculum Vita

Resume Format

• Scannable Resumes

Resources for Resume Writing

• Action Verb List for Resumes and Cover Letters

• O*Net.com

  • Contains detailed, bulleted occupational descriptions; an excellent resource for writing statements describing your current or previous experiences.

• JobWeb.com

  • Contains resume, cover letter, and other job search articles and examples.

• Collegegrad.com

  • Offers free, short video tutorials with tips on writing a professional resume. Especially relevant if pursuing a job in business.

Resume Reference Page

Resume Checklist

Resume Examples

Additional Resume Articles

• 3 Little Resume Things

• 5 Resume Mistakes that Can Kill Your Career

• Focus on Results to Add Punch to Your Resume and Cover Letter