How do you write a curriculum vita?

Answer 1

Resume writing basics...

Things to think about before writing your resume:

Research the organization and the position to find out what skills, knowledge, values and experience are needed for the position you want.
Brainstorm a list of primary jobs you've held, including any unpaid work that shows you have the skills for the job. Also list all the skills you have developed at each of these positions.
Make a list of three or four of your strongest skills or abilities that make you a good candidate for the target job.
For each key skill, think of several accomplishments from your past paid or non-paid history to illustrate those skills.
Make a list of your training and education that's related to the new job you want.
Select a resume format:
You have options when organizing the information on your resume. Chose a resume format that fits your situation - either chronological, functional, or combination.

A good resume includes:

Headings which should include:
Name
Use your formal name (Ex: Elizabeth M. Smith, instead of Liz Smith)
Your name should stand out from the rest of the text by being larger in font, bold, or CAPS
If necessary, include your middle name to help clarify ambiguous names (Ex. Corey Nathan Smith, etc.)
Address
Use your current address. If you are moving, include your new address (or permanent address if you are unsure of where you will be living) and the date to start using it.
Telephone number
Use your home phone number and be sure employers will be able to leave a message. Make sure you change your answering machine so that it sounds professional, as well as inform your roommates of your job search so that they will be sure to take detailed messages if necessary.
If you choose to use a cell phone to be sure you get your messages, be cautious where you answer the phone. Don't pick up if you are in a loud bar or out of range to get clear reception.
E-mail
Include only if you check for messages regularly and if it looks professional. For example, don't include e-mail addresses such as [e-mail].
Education and training
Include only post-high school education and training unless pertinent to the position.
Be sure to include university name, city, degree, major, expected graduation date, college (i.e. CLA, IT, CSOM), GPA if above a 3.0
May also include academic honors, related coursework, study abroad
Skills and experience
This portion is where you elaborate on your paid and unpaid work experiences while in college and is key to making you stand out from other applicants
Be sure to include your job title, the name and location of where you worked, and the dates you were employed.
Each position should include 3-5 bullets which explain your accomplishments and skills developed at this work setting.
Describe each accomplishment in a simple, powerful, action statement which must include: a strong verb statement + details (who, what, where, why, how, quantities) + outcome/result.
Keep statements focused to the skills and experience necessary for the position and which will emphasize past results, accomplishments, and level of responsibility
Additional Optional Categories to Consider
Job objective
A job objective is a statement which specifically states the type of position you are trying to obtain, the type of organization you would like to work for and the skills you can bring to the position. Example: To obtain an entry-level marketing position in a large non-profit organization which will utilize my skills in public relations, promotions and fund raising.
Everything else that you select to place on your resume should support your job objective.
Summary of qualifications
A summary is placed near the top of your resume and includes 3-5 bullet points, which highlight your key qualifications for the position you are applying for.
It also may include important items which don't fit well anywhere else on a resume.
Using a summary ensures the employer sees your key selling points even if quickly scanning your resume.
Summaries should be brief and very focused; they will likely be changed for each position you apply for.
Volunteer experience
Volunteer experience can be elaborated on the same way as work experience, or you can simply list where you volunteered and the dates.
Outside interests
Resumes can include student organization memberships, participation in athletics, fraternity/sorority involvement, etc., but be sure to keep it professional.
These also can be elaborated on like work experience or simply listed including the organization, your position (if appropriate), and the dates of involvement.
Awards and honors
Name the award and date received. Can include academic/non-academic achievements.
Professional affiliations
Include any professional memberships, which relate to your job objective.

Resume Do's
Do use bold/CAPS to make all section headings stand out
Do start every skills statement with a strong verb
Do revise your resume for each position
Do organize your resume so the most relevant information is at the top
Do expand on points related to the position and condense less relevant information
Do use resume quality paper


Resume Don'ts

Don't use the word "resume"
Don't use the word "I"
Don't include salary information
Don't include job references as part of the resume itself
Don't include testimonials
Don't give personal statistics or profile
Don't include photographs
Don't use too many fonts or font sizes

Answer 2

Type it.

No more than 2 sides of A4

Include relevant work history, name, date of birth, visa requirements (if any), driving license (if you have one), and qualifications and skills history (including those that you have sat exams for and those that are relevant to the specific job you are enquiring/applying for).

Don't put too much information on the page.

List things so that they are easy to read. Use sentences where possible but bullets are just as effective.

Write a good covering letter which highlights specific skills relevant to the position that you are applying for.

Don't mention salary requirements unless asked, and definitely not on CV.

Answer 3

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