LibGuides: Job Search Resources: Applications & Résumés

Applications

Tips on how to correctly fill out job applications online or on paper.

Job Application Guide
This job application guide includes information on how to complete a job application, including paper applications, online applications, and employer-direct applications. You can also review job application samples, examples, and forms. From About.com.

My Fact Sheet
A job history worksheet to keep handy when filling out job applications.

How to prepare résumés and cover letters

HomeworkLA
Choose "Job Help" option to access live help via chat with writing a basic résumé and/or to have existing résumés reviewed
Learning Express
Helps you create a resumes and cover letters, and prepare for an interview. You must create an account (free) in order to use these resources.
About Careers at liveabout.com
A comprehensive collection of resources for cover letters, résumés, etc.
"Preparing a résumé"
Louisiana Workforce Commission guide to creating and posting a résumé (.pdf)
Monster.com
Résumé and cover letter writing guidance from the Monster career website.
My Perfect Resume
Advice on how to write résumés, cover letters, & other job search correspondence.

Resume Templates and Cover Letters

Microsoft Word has several free built in resume templetes and cover letters. If your personal computer does not have Word, check with your local library.

Resume Templates
A vibrant selection of eye-catching and professional resume and cover letter premium templates from Office help you stand out from other applicants and leave a lasting impression.

Interview tips

Tips for in-person interviews, including how to dress and what questions to expect.