Many sites on the Internet provide a platform to create an online resume. Some websites are resume "banks" holding thousands of resumes for employers to search and find qualified applicants.

Some businesses have their own online resume building tools. Incoming resumes are formatted to include information of specific interest to the company. These resumes can be routed automatically to specific departments and/or to certain job openings. The resumes are often put into a company's "resume database." Employers may search the database for resumes containing certain job skills, certifications, educational background, and work experience.

Always be aware of privacy issues and possible "scams" when submitting your resume online. Some web sites and resume services may collect your personal information and share it with others.

Keep track of where you have posted your resume, and when it was posted. If you want your resume to stay available, even if you find a job, remember to keep it updated with your new work experience and skills. Keep an ASCII format version of your resume for loading into online databases.