Resume Writing Tips

On this page you will find resources to assist you in tweaking your resume. Writing a good resume can take time and what makes a “good” resume can change from job to job. We’ve put together some links that might help you develop skills and confidence in resume writing.

 

Tips for a good resume

A resume (sometimes called a CV) can be hard to write for some people, especially when you don’t know where to start. Resume writing can take time and what makes a “good” resume can depend on the job you are applying for. The WYSC suggest tailoring your resume for each job you’re applying for – so a resume for working at a café should look different from a resume for working in a warehouse.

Some first-time job seekers can also find it hard to add experience to their resume. If you don’t have a lot of paid work experience, we’d recommend showing your skills in other ways, like listing any volunteering roles and what skills you may have used for them.

 

 

Resume writing resources

There are tips and resources online you may be able to use as a young person to help you get started. It can be a lot to try and search for, so we’ve put some of our favorites here in one place. Use the links to explore more and find a style that works for you.

Resume templates:

Youth Central (Victoria): templates to suit people with different levels of experience and different stages of life https://www.youthcentral.vic.gov.au/jobs-and-careers/applying-for-a-job/sample-resumes-and-cover-letters

Skillsroad: Resume and Cover Letter templates which also come with their own tip sheets https://skillsroad.com.au/advice/resume-and-cover-letter/download-resume-templates

Job Jumpstart: This website also has a handy article on “Building your resume” https://www.jobjumpstart.gov.au/article/resume-templates-why-and-how

Resume and cover letter tips (NSW Government): https://www.nsw.gov.au/employment/getting-a-job/getting-your-first-job/looking-for-your-first-job/tips-to-write-a-resume-cover-letter-for-your-first-job