What do you want to become? Career Development & Experiential Learning Copyright © 2007, Department of Career Development & Experiential Learning Creating Your Curriculum Vitae Created by Wanda Tiller January 15, 2007

Development & Experiential Learning Copyright © 2007 What is a CV? Curriculum Vitae refers to a biographical resume of one’s educational and work background The origin of the term is Latin and means the “course of one’s life or career.” Often referred to as the academic resume Major difference between CV and resume is length, what is included and the typical industries you would use them in

Development & Experiential Learning Copyright © 2007 What is involved in creating a CV ? A significant amount of work but the investment of time is worth it Knowledge of your competencies and details on your skills, credentials and work history Knowledge of levels of proficiency in skill areas

Development & Experiential Learning Copyright © 2007 Steps to Building Your CV 1.Compile Information 2.Select and assemble 3.Review and pay attention to final details Should be updated constantly so that all activities are recorded

Development & Experiential Learning Copyright © 2007 Components of a CV Personal Information Education Honours/achievements/awards Thesis/dissertation abstract Research Interests Research and lab experience Teaching interests and experience Special skills Publications/presentations/works in progress Work experience Professional associations Community service Travel abroad References/recommendations

Development & Experiential Learning Copyright © 2007 Personal Information Use your full name, never a nickname–an initial is optional Name should be bolded, centered or to the right or left at the top of the page Include: –contact number – current mailing address – home & business (if applicable) – address if you check it regularly

Development & Experiential Learning Copyright © 2007 Education State education in reverse chronological order Indicate graduation dates, degrees, diplomas, certificates, and names of institutions where you have studied. Include major/minor and GPA (if strong) Highlight significant academic achievements

Development & Experiential Learning Copyright © 2007 Honours /Achievements/Awards List special recognitions such as: Dean’s awards Scholarships Fellowships Athletic Community and professional awards

Development & Experiential Learning Copyright © 2007 Thesis/Dissertation abstract Include summary statement of your thesis or dissertation including the title and date of completion

Development & Experiential Learning Copyright © 2007 Research and Lab Experience Provide detailed description of your research and lab experience Give title of each project and information regarding its actual or potential publication List names and titles of professors or others who have supervised or are currently supervising your research and lab experience

Development & Experiential Learning Copyright © 2007 Teaching Experience Document teaching and tutoring experience as well as any group learning experiences in which you were a leader Include Professional Development you have completed in relation to teaching

Development & Experiential Learning Copyright © 2007 Special Skills Describe leadership, organizational, analytical, interpersonal skills here and the context in which you used them Also include computer skills, languages etc… Indicate level of competency Example: Statistical design and analysis: Gained experience through courses and thesis work. Experienced in working with non-ideal data sets (e.g., small sample sizes,) and in teaching basic-level data analysis

Development & Experiential Learning Copyright © 2007 Publications/Presentations/Works in Progress Provide appropriate bibliographic description of any publications, presentations etc., you have authored or co-authored Distinguish between authored and co- authored Integrity is important

Development & Experiential Learning Copyright © 2007 Work Experience Include in reverse chronological order, relevant experience List work experience, internships, volunteer work, work on campus Use action verbs to describe what you did. Include title, name of organization location and dates of employment

Development & Experiential Learning Copyright © 2007 Outreach Invited public lectures Other public presentations School visits Organizing public lectures Exhibits Videos Media news stories, Interviews

Development & Experiential Learning Copyright © 2007 Other categories Professional associations (include all) Student supervision Community service/volunteer work Travel-do not include travel as a tourist, but rather international or domestic travel that has social impact or relates to your objective References/recommendations-ask for permission first, ask what they would say about you and let them know your objectives

Development & Experiential Learning Copyright © 2007 As Important as Content…. Presentation and style Use bullet statements with few, if any, sentences Use bolded headings and consistent spacing Leave some white space Adjust the content to fit the purpose Avoid redundancy Take the time needed to create a quality product Assume the reader knows nothing about you Stress areas of strength while minimizing areas of weakness; don't be humble but be honest Have it proof read/critiqued (no typos) Use quality paper

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Development & Experiential Learning Copyright © 2007 My Contact Information Wanda Tiller EN 4032F or UC 4002F

Development & Experiential Learning Copyright © 2007 Thank You! For more information drop by the Centre for Career Development or visit our website at UC 4002