How to write CV.doc

How to write CV--给将要申请graduate school 的朋友们 来源： 王倩的日志 THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A CV AND A RESUME ? It is common misconception that a resume is just a shorter version of a Curriculum Vitae (CV). A CV is distinguished from a resume not by its length but by its content. For most young job seeker, a resume is usually all that is required. However, it may be useful to develop a vitae as you further your education and complete additional professional assignments. ? Curriculum Vitae A curriculum vitae is a comprehensive biographical statement (generally three or more pages) emphasizing professional qualifications and activities. For higher education positions, employers frequently require a vitae rather than a resume. ? Resume A resume is an individually designed summary (usually one or two pages) of personal, educational and experience qualifications intended to demonstrate fit for a particular position or type of position. It focuses attention on the individual’s strongest qualifications and develops them to fit the qpecific or general purpose for which the material is provided. ? WHAT TO INCLUDE IN A CV? The following are suggestions on different types of information that you could include in your CV. Select as many as possible of the sections that would best represent you. Design your CV to emphasize your strengths and your achievements. ? Identification Information Name (name used in the CV should be consistent with supporting documents such as transcripts, letters of recommendation, tic.—if different, e.g. change in surname, make sure the person or office receiving the documents is aware of both names) Address (campus/temporary and permanent/home) Email Address Phone Numbers ? Career Objective (optional) ? Education (in reverse chronological order) Title of Academic Degree Name of College/University Location (City/State) Date of completion GPA (if perfect GPA) Area(s) of Specialization Title of Thesis/Dissertation ? Relevant Work Experience (in reverse chronological o