Optimal Resume
What is Optimal Resume?
Optimal Resume is a free resume writing software service available to students in the College of Liberal Arts. Optimal Resume is accessible through your BTT Gateway account and located under the External Links tab. This program allows you to develop or style your resume, build a portfolio online, and complete a virtual mock interview. Sample descriptions are provided for many positions in a wide range of industries to help you best discuss your experiences. We have included several tips below to help you best utilize Optimal Resume.
Optimal Resume Features
- sample resumes for several fields with recommended entry-level, mid-career, and experienced templates
- each industry or career path includes a link that highlights the top five tips for writing targeted resumes
- each section heading includes examples tab where you can review sample content and formatting for that section
- edit the style of your resume while working by clicking on the style tab at the top and selecting a different format
- rename the sections within your resume
- design your resume based on recommended section sets/ headings or follow a sample template that matches your career or industry interest
- download your resume as a Microsoft Word document and complete final editing in Word
- upload a pre-existing resume into the system to complete editing and formatting revisions
- create or upload multiple resumes with each one targeted to a specific industry or employer
- create a website for employers to review your resume
- clone your resume and quickly complete minor revisions to tailor your resume for a specific employer or opportunity
- access virtual interview preparation software and practice for your next interview

