How to Use the Resume Builder

The Resume Builder in myBlueprint+ helps you create professional, well-formatted resumes to showcase your skills, experiences, and achievements. It offers live previews, customizable templates, and flexible layouts to help you stand out to future employers.

Accessing the Resume Builder

1. Log in to your myBlueprint+ student account.
2. Click Work in the left-hand navigation menu.
3. Select Resumes from the menu options.

Alternatively, you can click the Create a Resume card directly from your Student Dashboard.

Creating a New Resume

To start a new document:

1. On the Resumes Dashboard, click the + Create Resume button.
2. Your resume will be created immediately with a default title (e.g., "Resume #1") and you will be taken to the Edit Resume page.
3. Tip: You can rename your resume at any time by editing the Resume Title field at the top of the editor. This title is for your reference only and does not appear on the final document.

Editing Your Resume Content

The editor is divided into three main areas: the Left Panel (where you enter information), the Middle Panel (your live preview), and the Right Panel (design and templates).

1. Enter Your Information

Use the Left Panel to fill in the sections of your resume.

• Contact Information: Your First Name, Last Name, and Email are pre-filled from your account. You can add a phone number, address, and website link.
• Personal Summary: Write a brief introduction about yourself and your career goals.
• Experience & Activities: Add details for Education, Work Experience, Extra-Curricular Activities, Volunteer Experience, Achievements, Certifications, and Hobbies.
• Add Items: Click the + Add button within a section to add a new entry (e.g., a new job or school). You can add up to 20 items per section.
• Details: Include start/end dates, locations, and descriptions. If you are currently in a role, leave the End Date blank, and it will display as "Present".

2. Manage Sections

You have full control over which sections appear on your resume:

• Hide Sections: Click the eye icon next to a section title (e.g., References) to hide it completely if you don't need it.
• Reorder Items: Use the Up and Down arrows within a section to change the order of your list (e.g., moving your most recent volunteer work to the top).
• Reorder Sections: You can drag and drop entire sections (e.g., moving "Education" above "Work Experience") to suit the layout you want.

3. Customize the Design

Use the Right Panel to change how your resume looks.

• Templates: Choose among multiple different templates to organize the content in your resume.
• Formatting: Adjust Fonts, Text Size, and Colors to match your personal style.
• Live Preview: As you type or change settings, the document in the center of the screen updates instantly so you can see exactly how it will look.

Saving Your Work

The Resume Builder includes Auto-Save. Your changes are automatically saved every 30 seconds, or whenever you close the panel, so you don't need to worry about losing your work.

Managing Your Resumes

The Resumes Dashboard lists all the resumes you have created. Each card shows the resume name and the date it was created. Click the three dots (...) menu on any resume card to:

• Edit: Open the resume to make changes.
• Copy: Create an exact duplicate of a resume. This is useful if you want to tailor a specific version for a specific job application without losing your original.
• Delete: Permanently remove a resume.

Exporting & Downloading

When you are ready to share your resume:

1. Open the resume in the editor.
2. Click the Download button in the header.
3. Select Download PDF file.
4. Note: This uses your browser's print function to generate the PDF. You can either print to a printer, or use the 'Save as PDF' option. Ensure your settings are correct in the print preview window before saving or printing - in particular, uncheck the option to include Headers and Footers. This setting should remain unchecked once you have updated it once.

5. After checking the preview, select a printer, or Save as PDF, and choose where to save your file.

Cover Letters

myBlueprint+ does not incorporate a dedicated cover letter builder, but you can optionally include one as a custom section within your resume by following the steps below. Students can also create a separate 'Resume' solely for their cover letter, and only fill in the custom section, so it exports as its own PDF file.

1. Add a Custom Section

• Scroll to the bottom of the Left Panel.
• Click the + Add a new section button
• A new generic section will appear in your list.

2. Rename the Section

• Locate your new section in the Left Panel.
• Click the menu button (three lines) next to the section name.
• Select Rename and change the title to "Cover Letter" (or leave it blank if you want no header).

3. Add Your Content

• Click Add a new item
• Type out your cover letter content within the 'Summary' section - you can use line breaks and rich text formatting here
• Leave any other fields like Name, Description, etc. blank

4. Move Cover Letter to its own page

• On the right-hand side, scroll down to the Layout section
• Click Add New Page
• Drag your other resume sections to Page 2, so that the Cover Letter is the only section that appears on Page 1    

5. Download

• Click PDF at the top right, or the PDF download button below the resume preview
• Check the preview to ensure your "Cover Letter" section appears correctly at the start of the document
• Select Save as PDF as your destination, then select where to save the file

Helpful Resources

If you get stuck or need inspiration, look for these resources on the Resumes Dashboard:

• Job Readiness Guide: A guide with tips on how to write effective resumes and cover letters.
• Helpful Examples: View sample resumes (e.g., "Leslie's Resume" or "Sandra's Resume") to see examples for students with different levels of work experience.

Updated on: 13/02/2026