Crafting Your First CV: A Guide for Supported Internships
Crafting Your First CV: A Guide for Supported Internships
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Crafting Your First CV: A Guide for Supported Internships
Learning Objective
At the end of the lesson you will understand the basics of CV building and be able to create a simple and effective CV.
What do you already know about creating a CV?
What is a CV?
A CV, or Curriculum Vitae, is a document that outlines your education, skills, and experience to potential employers.
Understanding Your Audience
Identify who will read your CV. Tailor it to the job and the employer's needs.
Personal Details
Include your full name, contact information, and a professional email address so employers are able to identify and contact you.
Education Section
List your most recent education first. Include school name, dates, and qualifications.
Work Experience
Include any jobs or internships. Describe duties and achievements clearly. This allows employers grasp onto the exact experience you may have and can be detrimental to jobs you have applied for.
Skills and Abilities
Highlight key skills relevant to the job. Include both hard and soft skills. This will outline your capabilities to the employer.
Hobbies and Interests
Share interests that reflect positively on your character and relate to the role.
References
Include contacts who can confirm your skills and character. Always ask for permission first.
Design and Layout Tips
Keep your CV clear and concise. Use simple fonts and consistent formatting.
Final Review
Proofread your CV for errors. Ask someone else to review it too.
Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.
Write down 2 things you want to know more about.
Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.
