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A resume is a brief snapshot of your work and educational history. It should be between 1 and 3 pages long and should be easy for potential employers to skim for relevant information.
A successful resume must include:
A successful resume may include:
A Curriculum Vitae is a resume for people working in academia. It is usually longer than a resume. More important than length, a CV must show one's scholarly relevance within a specific discipline.
Instead of a snapshot of one's work/professional history, the CV is a snapshot of one's academic identity.
A successful CV must include:
A CV may be wordier than a resume, with longer descriptions of one's experience. Stylistically, one doesn't need to rely on bullet points for avoiding unnecessary verbiage and can use more space to create an image of one's academic identity.
Do
Check spelling and grammar.
Double check your contact information.
Tailor your objective to the specific job description. Using a one-size-fits-all objective may not get you the job.
Use action words to describe your duties and responsibilities. Show employers what you have accomplished, rather than providing a mundane list of duties.
Don't
Rely on your word processing program to catch spelling/grammatical errors. Proofread or ask someone you trust to read over your resume.
Send without proofreading. If you're sending out al lot of resumes and cover letters, make sure that each cover letter is sent to the correct employer. Even an accidental oversight could cost you the interview and/or job.
Be too modest. Include awards and accolades to show that your work is praiseworthy.