Resume & Cover Letter

Resume

A resume is a document showcasing the knowledge, skills, abilities, and strengths that make you a desirable candidate for the position you are applying for.

Bellevue College Resume Guides

Resume Essentials – Includes many resume strategies and tips, such as a full resume example and an action verb bank

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Resume One-Pager – A condensed guide to the essential components of a resume

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10 Resume Writing Tips To Help You Land a Position

Learning how to showcase your credentials on a resume can help you impress potential employers.

In this article, Indeed offers 10 tips to help you write a great resume.

Cover Letter

A Cover Letter is a short document (around 300 words) that complements your resume, highlights your personality, and potentially addresses any weaknesses that you might have.

Bellevue College Cover Letter Guides

Cover Letter Essentials – Includes cover letter strategies and tips, such as a full cover letter example, template, and factors you must consider.

Download Cover Letter Essentials [PDF]

Cover Letter One-Pager – A condensed guide to the essential components of a cover letter

Additional Resources & Tips: Cover Letter Tips – Do’s and Don’ts & Examples! (Jobscan, 2022)

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Cover Letter Examples
for Job Seekers in 2024

In this guide, Jobscan provides some tips on how to write an effective cover letter, as well as some good cover letter examples to help get you started.

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LinkedIn Learning

Bellevue College students gain access to LinkedIn Learning through their Bellevue College credentials.

View various courses on Resume and Cover Letter optimization.

Last Updated March 10, 2025