The second step in career planning is writing a resume. This is very serious business. Often it is the first impression you will make with a prospective employer. Hopefully, after reviewing your resume, the employer will grant you the opportunity to make a second impression through an interview. The steps involved in the resume writing process include evaluating the needs of the employer, determine how your skills and experiences match those employer needs, selecting the appropriate format, and deciding how to best market yourself through your resume. The Virtual Career Center provides examples of resumes and templates for you to begin to write your resume and cover letter.