Resumes & Cover Letters
Downloadable Templates
Western’s Career Services staff created resume, cover letter, and reference page templates. After you download these templates, we recommend creating one-page documents and customizing sections for your field.
Business Resume Template
Download this customizable template for business-oriented job seekers.
Design Resume Template
Download this customizable template for designers and students seeking creative roles.
General Resume Template
Download a general template that can be adapted for many industries.
IT Resume Template
Download a resume template designed for IT specialists and related tech jobs.
Medical Resume Template
Download a customizable template for job hunting in the medical field.
Trades Resume Template
Download this resume template for use in the trades.
Cover Letter Template
Use this template as a starting place for your cover letter, typically required for job applications.
Job Reference Template
View a sample page outlining a candidate's job references and contact details.
Instructor Release Form
If you're using a Western faculty member as a job reference, you must submit this form.
Action Verbs for Resumes
Use verbs or action words to catch an employer's eye and better describe your experience and qualifications.
AI Tools
To utilize AI tools responsibly within the job search process, it is important to:
- Protect your individual integrity
- Never share identifying information (name, phone number, financial information, ID numbers, etc.)
- Use your own writing style
- Confirm that your documents only include truthful information
- Consult with your instructor in case they have a different policy regarding AI for your assignments
A few of the pros and cons for you to consider when using AI tools include:
Pros
- Generate ideas
- Share examples
- Give feedback
- Provide formatting assistance
Cons
- Data privacy concerns
- Inconsistent accuracy
- Environmental impacts
- Lack of originality
For more information regarding Western’s Artificial Intelligence Policy and Artificial Intelligence Procedure, check out the Student Rights Hub.
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