Writing a good resume helps a hiring manager understand your background and skills quickly, and often is the first hurdle when looking for work.

A poorly-made resume, or one with the wrong information, can lead to you being overlooked for the position – even if you really do meet all the qualifications.

Peterson’s Test & Career Prep – Create a free account to access Peterson’s Resume Builder, a tool that allows you to quickly choose a template, add in your information, import details from job sites like LinkedIn, and adjust/edit to taste – all from within your browser. When you are done, share a link to your resume or download it as a PDF or Word Document for uploading to online job applications.

Goodwill’s My Career Advisor – Goodwill’s powerful resume building tools are just a click away. Register for a free account to gain access to their resume/cover letter builder, explore your career options, hunt for jobs, and much more – including a professional review of your resume.

Arizona Job Connection – Register for free to access this local organization’s wealth of resources. Job Seekers can upload existing resumes, or create them from scratch using Arizona Job Connection’s built-in resume wizard. Once you have your resume completed, they offer job searching and online applications, all right from their site.

Resume Writing 101 – This online class (offered for free through Phoenix Public Library’s Universal Class) will walk you through the basics of what a resume should look like and what it should highlight. It offers insights into what to include, what to avoid, and how to tailor your resume to a particular job.