{"id":27130,"date":"2019-10-25T17:26:13","date_gmt":"2019-10-25T15:26:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.euruni.edu\/blog\/?p=27130"},"modified":"2022-03-09T12:53:38","modified_gmt":"2022-03-09T10:53:38","slug":"curriculum-vitae-writing-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.euruni.edu\/blog\/curriculum-vitae-writing-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Curriculum Vitae Writing Tips (with examples)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

A recruiter will spend six seconds on average looking at your CV, which means it is crucial it makes an impression at a glance. A good CV is key to getting you that all-important job interview<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This guide contains top tips and useful examples to help you build an effective CV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Top\n10 CV Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1. Ensure your CV is easy to read<\/strong>. Design your CV so that the information is clearly presented, allowing recruiters to see immediately that you have the right skills, experience and motivation for the job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Keep it short<\/strong>. Limit your CV to one page if you have little or no experience, or two pages if you have between 7 and 10 years of relevant experience. Any longer than this and you may be waffling, but any shorter and you may not have provided enough information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Always tailor your CV for the position and the company<\/strong>. Personalize your CV for each job: ensure that it responds specifically to the job description, and that it clearly demonstrates a good knowledge of the company. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Many recruiters use keywords to search for specific skills<\/strong> and qualifications on CVs. Make a list of the keywords that will ensure your CV appears in searches. Then find ways to include them, for example in past experience, skills and your personal statement. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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5. Always send your CV in a PDF format<\/strong>. It is professional, and preserves the design. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Don\u2019t be negative<\/strong>. Avoid criticism of past or present employers, and don\u2019t mention any difficult periods in your career history. Your CV should represent a positive image.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. When describing your previous roles, bullet points are most effective. Use<\/strong> action verbs<\/strong>. Instead of saying \u201cI did\u2026\u201d or \u201cI was\u2026\u201d, say \u201cinitiated\u2026\u201d or \u201cdeveloped\u2026\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Provide evidence<\/strong>. Prove that you are a great candidate by including examples of your achievements, such as improvements you have made at work, or problems you have solved. You can also include certificates to show which skills you have acquired.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Your CV must be impeccable if you want to demonstrate your professionalism and attention to detail. Triple-check for spelling, grammar and formatting mistakes<\/strong>. You should also ask someone else to proofread it for you to avoid poor spelling, grammar or formatting. Just one mistake can mean your CV is immediately rejected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Check country-specific CV requirements<\/strong>. For instance, including a photograph of yourself is recommended in some countries and prohibited in others. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Extra tip: Don\u2019t lose motivation!<\/strong> Consult your career advisor if you\u2019re not getting shortlisted despite sending many applications. Your CV might not be a good match for the roles for which you have been applying, or it is not doing your skills justice. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What to Include in Your\nCV?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n