Resume or CV
| Resume or CV? | ||
|---|---|---|
| Resume | CV | |
| Purpose | To apply for jobs in most non-academic fields or industries. | To apply for jobs in academia or research |
| Goal | To show that you match requirements of the position the employer is looking to fill | To display your academic accomplishments and qualifications in detail |
| Employers See | An introduction to your skills and experiences as they relate to the job you are seeking | An overview of your academic, and research experience, awards and publications |
| Essentials | Skills and experience related to the job | Education, publications, teaching experience, grants, awards and other academic information etc. |
| Length | Should be one or two full pages in length | No limit for length |
| References | Not included in the document, however they are brought to the interview | Included at the end of the document |
A CV is used for:
- Publishing and editorial reviews
- Admission to graduate school
- Research and consulting positions in a variety of sectors
- Applications for fellowships and grants
- Teaching, research, and upper level admin positions in post-secondary settings
- Academic departmental and tenure reviews
- Leaderships positions in professional associations