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Brainstorming for your CV Know what a CV generally contains Contact information Education Work experience Skills Trainings Interests and Achievements References

Brainstorming for your CV Consider the job you’re applying for Research the company Know what they are looking for Know what specific skills are required for the position

Brainstorming for your CV Make a list of the jobs you have held or trainings you attended List them in reverse chronological order and put the dates you started and ended

Brainstorming for your CV Brainstorm your hobbies and interests Try to list hobbies and interests that portray you as a team-player rather than a solitary person. Companies usually prefer employees who can work well in a team. Examples of hobbies that paint a positive image: Being a captain of your sports team Organizing a charity event for the orphanage Secretary of your student-run government

Brainstorming for your CV Make a list of your relevant skills Computer skills (Wordpress, Excel, etc.) Language skills Targeted skills (job-specific skills)

Writing your CV List your name, address, contact number and your email at the top of the page. Your name should be in bold letters and in a larger font than the rest of your personal information

Writing your CV Write a personal profile Optional An in-depth look at you as a person This is where you sell your skills, experiences, and personal qualities. Original and well-written Use positive words: adaptable, confident, determined

Writing your CV Education and qualifications In reverse chronological order Include dates and universities Include title of thesis (if applicable) Include honors awarded

Writing your CV Skills and achievements Jobs you previously held Skills developed through experiences Published works, lectures given, classes taught, etc.

Writing your CV Hobbies and interests List any relevant interests that paint you in the most positive light.

Writing your CV References People you have worked with who can credibly support praises that they give you Professors Previous employers Contact them before putting them as reference Include their full names, contact number and email