1. Resume/CV Writing
Presented By
Caitlin Henke, MA
Career Development Facilitator

2. CV versus Resume
Resume
• Profile of professional qualifications
• One to two pages in length
• Generally more focused on employment
history than academic background

3. CV versus Resume
Curriculum vitae (CV)
• In-depth written account of education, experience,
and achievements
• One to several pages in length
- Industry = shorter (2-3 p.)
- Research/academia = longer (3+ p.)
- 1st years = 2 p.
• Used primarily in academia
Teaching, research, administration, consulting

4. What is the Purpose?
• To get an
interview, not a
job
• Provides a
summary of
what you want
to discuss in
an interview
• Self-promotion
document

5. Effective Resumes/CVs
• Generate interviews
• Are tailored to a specific position
within a specific organization

6. Marketing tool
• Your resume should focus on:
– Skills and experiences outside of your paid
positions
– Targeting your strengths to the employer’s
needs
– The most relevant parts of your background
and important assets as they relate to the
position
– Include key words, exact matches, minimum
qualifications, required skills from posting

7. What types of Experiences?
• Coursework • Full-time work
• Projects/ • Part-time work
Assignments • Volunteer
• Conferences/ • Community service
Workshops • Student/ Professional
• Student Activities organizations
• Special
knowledge/Skills

8. Additional Sections (resume)
AWARDS/ACCOMPLISHMENTS
LANGUAGE SKILLS Lottery Scholarship Recipient
Fluent in written and spoken Spanish Dean’s List: 2010 - 2011
INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCES
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Extensive travel in Latin America, Member, New Mexico Student Leaders
Summers 2007 and 2008 Association, Aug 2008 –
present
RELATED ACTIVITIES
Performer, Into the Woods, Musical
CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT
Theatre Southwest, June 2006 President, ASUNM, May 2009 – May 2010
WORKSHOPS ATTENDED
“A-B-C and 1-2-3”, New Mexico Student COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Leader Association, April 2008 Volunteer, Habitat for Humanity, June 2008 –
Aug 2010

9. CV Sections May Include
• Education • Professional
Associations/Memberships
• Dissertation or Thesis
• Publications
• Honors and Awards
• Presentations
• Certification/Licensure/
• Recent/Current Research
• Endorsements
• Community Involvement
• Courses Taught/Teaching
Experience • Educational Travel
• Lab Experience • Institutional/Academic Service
• Professional Experience • Qualifications and Skills
• Relevant Experience • References
• Languages • Grants Received

10. Basic Format
• Contact information
• Objective/Summary of
Qualifications
• Education
• Academic Experience/Projects
• Professional Experience
• Related Experience
• Additional Sections

11. Contact Information

12. Eye catcher
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Ph.D. candidate with five years of teaching experience providing outstanding
academic support in university setting. Extensive knowledge of cell breakage,
ELISA, immunoassays and spectroscopy. Proficiency in preparation and
identification of nucleic acids, protein isolation and separation by gel filtration
and computer analysis of kinetic data.
Profile
• Highly energetic individual with proven ability to motivate children of diverse
backgrounds, and engage them in educational activities.
• Effective leadership providing direction and accountability for teams
experiencing increased test scores for standardized tests.

13. Education
EDUCATION
Master of Science in Medical Laboratory Sciences
The University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, New Mexico
Anticipated: May 2010
Relevant Course work: Clinical Serology, Advanced Clinical
Microbiology, Advanced Immunohematology, Clinical Lab
Management
Bachelor of Science in Biology
The University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, New Mexico
May 2007 Graduated magna cum laude

14. Format: Chronological vs.
Functional
Chronological/Traditional:
• Content listed in reverse order with the most recent information first.
• Preferred among conservative employers
• Best suited those who have a great deal of related experience
Functional/Skills Based:
• Content is categorized by functions, or areas of expertise and skills.
• De-emphasizes dates and concentrates on skills, experience, and
– accomplishments
• Works well for individuals with limited education or employment
gaps
• Good for career changers

15. Describing your Experiences
• Draw upon ALL experiences that are related to
position
• Look for direct/exact matches
• Use the vocabulary of the profession
• Use high-impact action words
• Quantify your experiences
• Control the flow of information through sequencing
• Always focus on outcomes, contributions, and
accomplishments
• http://online.onetcenter.org

16. O*Net

17. Resume/CV Checks
• Be consistent
• Easy to read (enough white
space)
• Appropriate use of
fonts/bullets ( TNR, Arial)
• Completely free of errors
• Appropriate margins
• Consistent use of verb
tense
• Suitable length

18. Resume Don'ts
• Clip art, scanned images, or borders
• Personal information (marital status, date of birth,
health status, photograph)
• Use of the first person (ex. I did…)
• Salary requirements
• Contractions and abbreviations (i.e. Don’t)
• Hobbies
• Addresses of previous employers
• Reason for leaving previous position(s)
• Forget to submit a cover letter with the resume

19. UNM CAREER SERVICES
www.career.unm.edu
Walk-ins:
Monday, Friday 9-12
Tuesday, Thursday 1-4
Wednesday 1-5
-Or-
By Appointment
Student Services Center Rm 220
277-2531