CV writing guides
Practical guides to writing a CV, choosing skills, preparing an ATS-friendly document and writing a cover letter.
How to write a CV
How to write a CV starts with understanding the vacancy, rather than picking a design. Make a list of the employer’s responsibilities, essential…
Read guideHow to make an ATS-friendly CV
An ATS-friendly CV uses clear text and recognizable sections so an applicant tracking system and a person can understand the same information. Different…
Read guideCV summary examples and writing tips
A CV summary is a brief introduction that connects your target role with relevant experience and evidence. Write it after the rest of the CV so you can…
Read guideSkills for a CV: what to include
The best skills for a CV come from the overlap between the vacancy and your experience. Separate job-specific abilities, tools, languages and…
Read guideHow to write a CV with no experience
A CV with no experience can still show useful work from study, volunteering, student organizations and personal projects. The aim is to explain what you…
Read guideHow to write a cover letter
A cover letter connects the vacancy with a few specific reasons to interview you. It should complement the CV by explaining motivation and fit, rather…
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