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Curriculum VitaA Curriculum Vita is a type of résumé that is frequently used in academic job positions.
Cover LettersThe cover letter is your chance to sell your résumé to the employer. It is important to include a cover letter with every résumé you submit.
How to Use the Résumé Template in MS WordEasy-to-follow instructions
Résumé StylesChoose the format according to how you want to present the information.
Sections of the RésuméHere are the major sections of a résumé. You can use any of these headings or make up new sections more appropriate for your special abilities.
Formatting, organization, and the “don’ts”
Curriculum Vita example 2Sample Curriculum Vita (PDF)
Curriculum Vita example 1Sample Curriculum Vita (PDF)
Skills Resume ExampleExample of a skills résumé (PDF)
Functional Resume ExampleExample of a functional résumé (PDF)
Chronological Resume ExampleExample of a chronological résumé (PDF)
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