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Job and Career Resources: Write a Resume or Cover Letter

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Resumes, Cover Letters, and Writing Help

Workforce Development Services

Goodwill offers a wide range of training, placement and workforce development services to help people develop the skills they need to find jobs and become more independent. These services include help with electronic job applications, resume development, and preparing for job interviews.

You can meet one on one with the Henderson County Career Coordinator here at the library to access these services. Contact Linda Oakleaf at 828-708-5939 or via email at loakleaf@goodwillnwnc.org.

NC Works Career Services

 

 

 

 

Career Services at NC Works allow you to research specific occupations, choose a new career, or analyze your skills to find an occupation that best suits you.

NC Works has a local office at the Blue Ridge Community College campuses where professional, customer friendly staff can provide assistance with resumes. See location, phone number, and complete list of local services.  

 


Career One StopCareer One Stop

 

your source for career exploration, training & jobs

CareerOneStop is the flagship career, training, and job search website for the U.S. Department of Labor. The Explore Careers section offers

  • Resumes
  • Cover letters
  • Cover letter sample
  • Job applications
  • Online applications
  • Portfolios
  • Work samples
  • References

Ferguson's Career Guidance Center

 

 

Ferguson’s Career Guidance Center is a comprehensive resource that enables users to explore industries and careers, plan their education, and research best practices for résumés, cover letters, interviewing, networking, and salaries/benefits. The database includes articles, career advice blogs, and streaming video.

 


Purdue OWL Online Writing Lab: Job Search Writing

Perdue University's globally renowned resource gives guidance on

  • Preparing an application
  • Job Search Letters
  • Resumes and CVs
  • Video Resumes
  • Skilled labor job search resources