JMU's University Career Center is your first, best resource for résumé advice. Check out the UCC's résumé resources and then schedule an appointment to workshop your résumé with a UCC consultant. 

Overview of résumés and steps for writing: this UCC-produced guide lists the essential content for your résumé. If you need an example, there are several sample résumés at the bottom of the webpage.

Overview of cover letters and guidelines: this brief UCC-produced guide describes the important aspects of cover letters and letters of inquiry, complete with three examples. 

The UWC's Résumé and Cover Letter video examines the topic from a writer's perspective. It discusses common writing issues to avoid and strategies to make your work more effective.