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A Resume is also known as a/an:
A Resume is a document that outlines your professional qualifications, such as your skills, education, and job experience, for a prospective employer, academic program, and more. In most cases, resumes are used to apply for jobs and are provided to employers to give them the opportunity to review whether or not you are qualified for a position they are hiring for.
A Resume may differ from person to person, depending on their qualifications or the job they are applying for. In general, a Resume will include:
Your Resume may also include your affiliations (such as an organization, group, or club you are a part of), your hobbies or personal interests, any awards or scholarships you've received, the languages you speak (if more than one), publications or journals you've been published in, and samples of your work.
Generally, a Resume will not include:
As well, your Reference List (e.g. past colleagues, teachers, mentors, or employers who can speak to your character and skills) should not be included with your Resume unless requested. References are typically provided to prospective employers during or after an interview.
While creating your Resume, there are a few important things to keep in mind. You should:
Most resumes are around one to two pages in length. The length of your Resume will often depend on your past experience and education as well as the type of job you are applying for. A good Resume provides an adequate overview of your qualifications without excessive details.
Although you can send a Resume without a Cover Letter, it is not recommended. A Cover Letter, sometimes called an application letter, is used to explain how your skills and experience make you the best candidate for the job you are applying for. It complements a Resume and can help prospective employers to gauge how interested and qualified you are for a particular position.
The terms Resume and curriculum vitae (CV) are often used interchangeably but are not the same. A Resume is usually a short overview of your qualifications, whereas a CV is often a more detailed explanation of your education and experience. CVs are also commonly associated with positions in academia and research.
When you need to create a Resume but have no work experience, be sure to highlight other skills and experience you may have obtained in non-traditional ways. For instance, if you have volunteer experience or are a recent graduate with special training or certifications, describe any skills or credentials you may have obtained and relate them to why you are qualified for the job you are applying for.
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