Create a Successful Resume

Resume and Interview Guide

The Career Center's most popular resource for students contains sample resumes and CVs, cover letters, power/action verbs, and other job search correspondence. It is available online (PDF) or in hard copy from the Career Center.

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Recommended Resume Templates

To ensure your resume is formatted correctly to clear an applicant tracking system (ATS), start with one of the Career Center's recommended templates.

• Template 1
• Template 2
• Template 3

Resume Examples Gallery

See more resume examples (PDF) for undergraduate students and CV examples for graduate students. Please contact the Career Center at careercenter@k-state.edu if you need assistance with accessing these resumes.

Relevant Experience for a Resume

See these tips for adding relevant experience and developing a strong resume throughout the time you're at K-State.

Federal Resumes

Find helpful tips for what to include on a Federal Resume and get some additional recommendations from the Partnership for Public Service.

Get Help with Your Resume

• The Studio: Drop-in to receive assistance from peer career specialists.
• Resume Tune Ups : Schedule an online appointment for brief resume or cover letter critiques.
• Schedule a Career Advisor Appointment: For a more in-depth resume review, schedule an appointment with your Career Center advisor.