Download these editable, preformatted Microsoft Word templates, then follow the step-by-step instructions in the DIY Résumé and Cover Letter Kit.

To download: Select which version of Microsoft Word you use, then click the link. You’ll be prompted to save the document to your device. So, simply save it, then open it up in your Word program. You can then customize it with the tips you find in DIY Résumé and Cover Letter Kit.

Résumé Template

Résumé Template: 2004-Current Version of Word
(your Word documents end with .docx)

Résumé Template: 1997-2003 Version of Word
(your Word documents end with .doc)

Cover Letter Template

Cover Letter Template: 2004-Current Version of Word
(your Word documents end with .docx)

Cover Letter Template: 1997-2003 Version of Word
(your Word documents end with .doc)

Note: If you’re having trouble downloading these templates, write to me at Gabrielle@GabrielleLichterman.com and I’ll be happy to email them to you.