Resources
Resume Resources
From College to Career: Entry-level Resumes for Any Major
Donald Asher
Practical guide covering resume writing for all majors, with strategies for new graduates entering the workforce.
The Google Resume
E-ResourceGayle Laakmann McDowell
Insights on how to craft resumes that stand out at top tech companies. Available as an electronic resource.
Knock 'em Dead Resumes
Martin Yate
A comprehensive guide to writing killer resumes with templates and examples for a variety of industries.
Vault Guide to Resumes, Cover Letters, and Interviewing
Vault
Covers the full job application process from resume writing through interviewing with insider tips.
Cover Letter Resources
Cover Letters That Knock 'em Dead
Martin Yate
Templates and strategies for writing cover letters that get results across industries.
201 Dynamite Job Search Letters
Ronald L. Krannich & Caryl Rae Krannich
Extensive collection of job search correspondence including cover letters, follow-up letters, and thank-you notes.
Vault Guide to Resumes, Cover Letters & Interviewing
Howard Leifman et al.
Comprehensive resource covering the entire application process with practical examples.
Reference List Tips
- • List your references on a separate sheet of paper with the same header as your resume.
- • References are typically requested at the finalist stage of the hiring process.
- • Contact your references before submitting their names to ensure they are willing and prepared to speak on your behalf.
- • Include 3–5 references with their name, title, organization, address, phone number, and email.
Sample Reference Format
REFERENCES
Dr. Jan Smith
Professor, Department of English
Stanford University
450 Serra Mall, Stanford, CA 94305
(650) 555-1234
jsmith@stanford.edu
Mr. Jerome Titan
Senior Scientist
Genentech, Inc.
1 DNA Way, South San Francisco, CA 94080
(650) 555-5678
jtitan@gene.com
Ms. Vanessa James
Store Manager
The Gap
100 University Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301
(650) 555-9012
vjames@gap.com