what is the best format for a cv (resume) for a university graduate?

Answer 1

I went through this last year, so I will tell you what I did.

I started with my name and contact info at the top, and centred.
Then a have categories for:
Objective - what I hope to accomplish by getting this position
Professional Profile - I list characteristics and that are listed in the job ad that I have, such as organizational skills, time management, team work, etc.
Education - I list my school, degree and a few courses taken that apply to the job
Related work experience - experience related to the job I am applying for.
Other work experience - jobs I have had, but they don't relate directly to the position that I'm applying for.
Additional Courses and Training - other courses I have taken, such as peer counselling, CPR/First Aid, CATI Training, etc.
Volunteer work - list all volunteer activities I have done
Interests - sometimes employers ask to have this omitted, watch carefully for that.

Then I state references available upon request.

I had this formatted from a professional group that helps to prepare recent grads. Look for these services in your area.

If you are applying online for jobs, do not use fancy formatting because it doesn't always open properly on the potential employers computer. Even using tabs can cause problems

Hopefully this will help, it seemed to work for me. I am now a public health physical activity promoter, which is an excellent job!

Answer 2

I was told recently it should be 2 pages long - name, contact details, date of birth first, then a profile. Next list all the jobs you have done, putting the job title first, not the dates you did it. On the next page, list all your academic qualifications. Lastly mention your interests. And, I was surprised to learn, don't put referees' names and addresses on it as these will be asked for by employers if required.

Answer 3

Use the resume wizard on word, it shows you how to lay it out and there are lots of different formats.

Answer 4

Make sure you put forward all your strong points and tailor it to the course you want to do. Put in any experience you may have alreay had in the field and make sure you put down what you want to get out of the course. Keep it to no more than a page.

Answer 5

As a Grad recruiter, its best to lead it with your personal details, education (with select major subjects for uni), work exp, achievements/positions of resp, hobbies/interests, refs..

hope this helps. keep it sharp and back up everything with evidence

Answer 6

Don't say the position you are looking for is next to the radiator