How to write the Resume/CV

Your Resume

• A resume is a formal document that provides

an overview of your professional qualifications,
including your relevant work experience, skills,
education, and notable accomplishments.
• A resume and cover letter are your marketing
tools to make an impact on a potential
employer and secure an interview.
• The goal is to make your materials so engaging
that the reader cannot wait to meet you.
 What is a CV
• A curriculum vitae (CV) is an outline of
qualifications and education that is usually more
than one page and is used when applying to
academic/faculty or research-related positions.
• However, Recent Graduates preferably use
resume when applying for a job which are concise
and short as compared to a CV.
• Avoid colorful fonts or use of tables
• Share only relevant information (be able to justify
content to an employer)
 Know When to Use a
Curriculum Vitae (CV)

• If you are considering positions in academia (teaching and research),

you are generally asked to provide a curriculum vitae (CV) in lieu of a
resume.
• The CV provides a complete summary of your academic achievements.
The length of your CV will grow along with your academic successes.
• It is important to highlight accomplishments that are relevant to the
opportunity of your interest.
• The organization or layout of your CV should reflect your experience in
reverse chronological order (list most recent experience first, and then
go back in time) and put the most important information on the first
few pages.
• As a general rule, whatever is most important merits the most space.
 How to Format a Resume for
Recent Graduates?

• Start off with a compelling resume objective or resume

summary.
• Document your knowledge in the education resume
section.
• Take up any experience you may have earned during
your studies.
• List skills and abilities you have which match the job
advertisement.
• Stand out from other applicants by adding extra
resume sections.
 Getting Started

• Before drafting your resume review your

qualifications and the qualifications listed on the
job/announcement of your interest.
• List everything that will connect your experience to
the qualifications of the job.
• Highlight your expertise, skills, and accomplishments
that are relevant and connect them to the needs of
the job at hand. The organization of your CV will
depend on each application/job and the experience
you want to highlight right away.
 Resume Format Guidelines

• Contact Information: Put your contact information at the top of your resume.
It should include your name, address (optional), phone number, and email
address.
• Objective: State the objective or write your self statement
• Education: List your degrees in reverse chronological order, with the most
recent degree first as well as any study abroad experiences. Include relevant
coursework to highlight your specific skills and knowledge. If your GPA is 3.0
or above, you may list it in this section.
• Experience: List your most recent experience first and do not overlook
internships, volunteer positions, and part-time employment. Use action verbs
to highlight accomplishments and skills.
• Leadership and Activities: List leadership positions in university or community
organizations. Highlight activities including community service, athletics or
volunteer experience.
• Academic Projects: If you have specific academic projects that qualify you for
the position, include them in their own section with details on what you
accomplished.
 Resume Format Guidelines

• Additional Information: This section may stand alone under the

“Additional Information” heading and highlight relevant information that
may include computer skills, language skills, professional associations,
university and community activities (including any offices held), and
interests.
• Other Headings: Choosing to highlight information such as interests and
professional associations as separate headings is acceptable if relevant to
the position.
• Personal information (e.g., religious and political affiliations) should be
omitted unless relevant to the job.
• References: Do not list your references on your resume at the time of
submission.
• Bring a hard copy (or multiple copies, if needed) of your resume and
references with you to the interview.
 My Resume Checklist
• No spelling, grammar, or punctuation errors
• Makes clear, concise, and positive impression in 30 seconds or
less
• Organized, easy to read, and has a balance between content
and white space
• Uses standard fonts including Times New Roman, Arial, Century,
Helvetica, or Verdana in sizes 10, 11, or 12; do not use a font
size smaller than size 10.
• Highlights skills and accomplishments that match keywords
found in the job description
• Quantifies accomplishments, if possible (e.g., how much Rs.
raised, # of people served and % of time saved)
• Cites relevant publications and presentations using the
bibliographic style of your field.
 Sample Resume/CV of a Recent Graduate
YOUR NAME Your
Your Postal Address photog
00923222666778 raph
email@gmail.com

Self statement/Objectives:
Recent university graduate with computer science major and data base minor. Created class project utilizing AI to
beat 500+ students at determining winners across multiple disciplines. Seeking to leverage 3.9 GPA and 80 data
base-related classroom hours to obtain the junior database analyst position at XYZ.
Education
2017-21 BS (Hons.) Business Administration University of the Punjab Jhelum Campus
2015-17 ----------------------------- --- ------------------------------------
2013-15 ------------------------------ ------------------------------------
Experience
Sep 2020 – Dec 2020 Worked as Assistant Manager HR Ahmed Group of Industries
2018-19 ------------------------------- ------------------------------
Achievements
certifications
Skills
Interests
References
Thank you!