Cover Letters & Resumes

The 10 worst resume mistakes to avoid

Your resume is often the first contact you make with a potential employer, and that first impression can make or break your chances of getting a job. Whether you're writing your first resume or updating your resume for a mid-career job search, no one is immune from making a mistake or two. Check our list of common resume mistakes to avoid.

Nursing student resume sample

View this sample resume for a nursing student, or download the nursing student resume template in Word.

Make sure your cover letter includes these three things

Many jobs ask you to file a cover letter along with your other application materials, but even if a cover letter is optional, you might take the opportunity to send one along. The goal? To express your knowledge, applicable skills, and passion for the job in question as a way to connect the dots for the human resources staff.

EMT cover letter

For top EMT jobs, you need a cover letter that promotes both your skills and passion. View this sample cover letter for an EMT, or download the EMT cover letter template in Word.