How to Create a Free Resume Online

The hardest thing for any professional to do is create a resume that highlights her achievements. The second hardest thing is to design a resume that reflects professionalism and experience. The website Emurse is a wonderful resource for individuals looking to spruce up their resume, without needing to download a template or format it manually. PeopleJar is another network that hosts resumes. It offers a new format that categorizes resume information in easy-to-access links.

Things You'll Need

• Internet Connection
• Email Address
• Web Browser
• Old Resume (optional)
• Work History
• Special Achievements

Instructions

Emurse

1. 

   Go to the Emurse website to begin creating a free resume.

2. 

   Create an account if you don't already have one. You will need to have an email address. You can also select a personalized sub-domain where Emurse will host your resume for free.

3. 

   Edit your resume by going to "Resume" and then "Content" in the Emurse menu screen. Begin by entering in your personal information, such as your name and address. Be careful to only include what you'd like prospective employers to see.

4. 

   Select the desired design of your resume. You will have the option of an instant preview to help make up your mind.

5. 

   Select "Website" from the main menu. This screen is only available if you choose to have Emurse host your resume. You have the option of concealing your private information, setting up a password, and getting an email whenever an person views your resume.

6. 

   Go to your Emurse hosted resume site. At the top of the screen, you will see many different distribution offerings. A user can print, download or subscribe to an RSS feed of your resume.

7. Distribute your website to prospective employers.

PeopleJar

1. 

   Go to the PeopleJar website. PeopleJar is still in beta, but it is an exciting, new networking site with increasing exposure.

2. 

   Create an account on PeopleJar. Provide an email address so a temporary password can be emailed to you. Activate your PeopleJar account.

3. 

   Create your profile. After you activate your account, you will be sent to the profile page. Fill out your information, and then press "Save." Click on your user name, and begin to personalize your profile. Add career, education, and other information.

4. 

   Distribute your address. An example email would be: "http://peoplejar.com/profile/YOUR-PeopleJar-ID."

Tips & Warnings

• Only add information that is appropriate for public consumption. Emurse asks for your zip code, because they will match you with local jobs that suit your description.

• Create a password on your resume website to avoid unsolicited eyes (like your current boss) from seeing your information.

Resources

• Emurse
• PeopleJar