The more attention you give the resume and cover letter process, the better your chances will be at landing the job you want. After all, these documents are the very first impression prospective employers have of you, so it is vital you put as much thought as possible into their creation. Similarly, interviewing is a learned skill that cannot be overlooked.
The library has over 400 titles on these topics. Make a quick search of the catalog or talk with a reference librarian to learn how to access these valuable resources. Take a look at the Books section below for a few examples. Take note of the call number. Other books on resumes (or cover letters ... or interviewing) will be in the same general area.
In addition to the library's physical collection, there are numerous web sites devoted to these topics.
While Monster is definitely a "monster" in the job world, you can find this kind of information on sites such as Resumagic or Resume Genius. Universities such as Harvard, Florida State, and of course, Delta State, also provide similar services.
* "eb" refers to electronic books which are DSU only.