Resumes and Cover Letters

Did you know?

It takes, on average, four hours for someone to create a resume from scratch?

Career Services can help create resumes, edit existing resumes, and more! Use Optimal Resume to get started and call 417-625-9343 to set up an appointment today.

Resume Worksheet - First time writing a resume? Start here!
Action Verbs for Your Resume - Review these action verbs to help create your resume
Chronological Resume - Step-by-step instructions on how to create a chronological resume
Chronological Resume Example - View a sample chronological resume
Cover Letter - Step-by-step instructions on how to create a cover letter
Cover Letter Example - View an example cover letter
References - Step-by-step instructions on how to create a reference page
References Example - View a sample reference list
Functional Resume - Step-by-step instructions on how to create a functional resume
Functional Resume Example - View a sample functional resume
Resumes for Creative Fields - Step-by-step instructions on how to create a resume for creative fields
Resumes for Creative Fields Example - View a sample creative resume
Curriculum Vitae (CV) - Learn when to Use a CV over a resume and what information to include
Basic Business Letters - View more information about cover letters from Purdue OWL
10 Phrases That Don't Belong in Your Cover Letter
The Resume Revolution Learn about the evolution of resumes, find new trends, and read expert advice