Create your own custom résumés and cover letters using the free résumé examples and sample cover letters below!
From entry level to executive, it's all here. Simply choose a style that you like and add in your own work experience, education and job objectives.
Here's what you need to do:
- Choose a résumé and cover letter style based on your needs
- Click on the underlined link for the template that you would like to use
- Replace sample wording with your personal information
- All templates are Microsoft Word.doc format and contain sample wording.
Samples of Cover Letters and Résumés - Chronological
The Chronological Résumé is by far the most common of résumé formats used today. It's actually reverse chronological, listing all your experience from most recent job to least recent job. The résumé examples below were created for entry level through executive and each has an accompanying cover letter. These free résumé examples and sample cover letters were written specifically for Southworth by professional résumé writers, members of the National Résumé Writers' Association.
Cover letters are important; they are the salesman who gets your résumé read and gets you the interview. The sample cover letters above coordinate with the résumé examples. When you are writing your cover letter, keep the following points in mind:
Try to address your cover letter to the hiring manager. If you don't know who that is, put in a little effort to find out. Personalizing your cover letters will go a long way.
Your résumé should contain the details of your experience; so, keep your cover letters brief and to the point. A long cover letter will most likely be discarded or ignored.
Focus on answering the following questions: Why should they grant me a job interview? What can I do for their company if hired? How does my experience match with the job?
Keep your cover letters positive and enthusiastic.
Finally, and most importantly, you should end the cover letter by asking for an interview! Hey, that's the purpose; that's your desired result. Write something like, "I am looking forward to meeting with you at your earliest convenience. I'm really excited and appreciative regarding this opportunity."
Your résumé may be one of the most important documents you create. Unsure of what to write, how to say it or what words to use? Southworth's Guide to Writing Résumés features suggestions, résumé examples and high-impact words to help you create a résumé that stands out from the rest. Click here for résumé writing tips!
OK, you downloaded the free templates and you read the guide but you're still having trouble...
Don't despair! Résumé writing is a specialized form of copywriting that requires many years of practice to be perfect. While the majority of job seekers write their own résumés, many struggle with the process. If you need assistance, contact The National Résumé Writers' Association for the name of a professional résumé writer in your area. www.thenrwa.com |
