Harvard Style Resume Template for Google Docs, Word & Pages | The Hollis
The classic Harvard resume format, set in Libre Baskerville: education first, with refined crimson section headings.
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A one-page resume template in the classic Harvard format: centered name, education first, bold organizations with locations on the right, italic roles with dates on the right, crimson section headings, and no graphics. Written for students and new grads, with example bullets that teach as you edit. Comes in US Letter and A4, with a matching cover letter and references page. Edit it free in Google Docs, or open the included Word file in Word or Pages. An independent design, not affiliated with Harvard University.
What's included
- Google Docs template in US Letter and A4 (instant access, File → Make a copy)
- Matching cover letter template (same design)
- References page template
- Word & Pages compatible .docx files (US Letter and A4)
- Quick Start guide (PDF)
- Free font (Libre Baskerville) with install files
About the Hollis template
The Hollis resume template follows the classic Harvard format that career offices have taught for years: a centered name over one contact line, education first, then experience, leadership and activities, and skills. Each entry puts the organization in bold with its location on the right, and the role in italics with its dates on the right, so a recruiter can scan a whole page in seconds.
It is set entirely in Libre Baskerville, with a large name, an italic headline, crimson section headings, and soft grey dates, and the example bullets are written for students and new grads: each one shows a real result while telling you how to write your own. Headings and your name are plain text, so applicant tracking systems read them correctly. Edit it free in Google Docs, or open the included Word file in Word or Pages. US Letter and A4 versions, a matching cover letter, and a references page are all included.
Your purchase also includes a matching cover letter and a references page, built into the same document and styled to match this template exactly, so your whole application looks like it belongs together. Keep the pages you need and delete the rest.
At a glance
- Includes
- Resume, cover letter & references
- Format
- Google Docs · Microsoft Word · Apple Pages
- Length
- One page
- Layout
- One column
- Page size
- US Letter & A4
- Fonts
- Libre Baskerville
Who it's for
- College students and new grads applying for internships and first jobs
- Anyone asked for a resume in the Harvard format
- Finance, consulting, law, and other traditional industries
- Graduate school and fellowship applicants
- Applicants in Europe and elsewhere who need A4
Everything is editable
Nothing is locked. Make it yours in a few minutes — change:
- All headings and section titles
- Body text, bullet points, and dates
- Colors and accent tones
- Fonts, sizes, and spacing
- Add, remove, or reorder any section
Why it passes ATS
- Built on a real document grid, not text boxes or images, so parsers read every line
- Standard section headings (Experience, Education, Skills) that applicant tracking systems expect
- Selectable, machine-readable text throughout — nothing important baked into graphics
- A clean, logical reading order that survives the copy-paste an ATS runs on your file
How it works
- 1.
Buy and get instant access
A download link lands in your inbox the moment checkout completes. No account to create, no waiting.
- 2.
Open in Google Docs, File → Make a copy
The resume, matching cover letter, and references page all live in one document, yours to edit free in your browser. Keep the pages you need and delete the rest. Prefer Word or Pages? The matching file is in your download too.
- 3.
Edit, then download and apply
Swap in your details, adjust colors or fonts if you like, and export a clean PDF or Word file ready to send.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Harvard resume format?+
It is the classic one-page layout taught by Harvard's career office and widely copied: centered name and contact line, education first for students, then experience, leadership and activities, and skills. Organizations are bold with locations on the right, roles are italic with dates on the right, and there are no graphics or columns. Hollis follows that structure in a refined Libre Baskerville setting.
Is this an official Harvard template?+
No. Hollis is an independent design in the classic Harvard format. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by Harvard University.
Does it come in A4?+
Yes. You get both US Letter and A4 versions, as Google Docs links and as Word files, so the layout fits the page wherever you apply.
Is the Hollis template ATS-friendly?+
Yes. It is a single column with standard headings, and your name and headings are plain text rather than letter-by-letter spacing, so applicant tracking systems find each section and read your name correctly.
Does this include a cover letter and references?+
Yes. Every template comes with a matching cover letter and a references page built into the same Google Doc as the resume, styled to match it exactly. They're included at no extra cost — just keep the pages you need and delete the rest before you export.
Are these templates ATS-friendly?+
Yes. Every BravoResume template is built on a clean document structure with standard section headings and fully selectable text, so applicant tracking systems parse your resume correctly instead of scrambling it.
How do I get my files after buying?+
Instantly. The moment your payment clears, we email you a link with your Google Docs template plus the Word- and Pages-compatible file. There's nothing to install and no account to set up.
Can I edit it in Microsoft Word or Apple Pages?+
Yes. Your download includes a .docx file that opens in Microsoft Word, Apple Pages, and most other word processors, right alongside the Google Docs version.
How long do I have access?+
Forever. Once you buy, the template is yours to use and reuse for every job application, with no subscription and no expiration date.
Do I have to pay extra for the fonts?+
No. Every font in the template is free, and the included Quick Start guide gives you direct install links so the layout looks exactly like the preview.
Can I get a refund?+
Because these are instant digital downloads, we generally can't offer refunds. But if anything is wrong with your files, email hello@bravoresume.com and we'll make it right.
