Careers and Employability Service
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CVs

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Your CV is a personal marketing tool used for job applications. The aim of a CV is to briefly describe your skills, experience and education to persuade an employer to progress you in the application process.

On this page we have listed the key principles to follow, however, a CV is a personal document and people will have different opinions. Ultimately it’s your CV, and you have the final decision about the presentation and content.

 
 
Thank you for your help with my CV, I’ve secured a placement. This was the first placement I applied for after implementing your tips on how to improve my CV so I’m sure your help went a long way in getting me noticed!
Finn Connolly, Management with a Placement Year

Before starting your CV

 

Your CV basics

 

How can I make my CV stand out?

 

Should I include information about my disability?

 

After writing your CV - Review it with CareerSet

 

Example CVs

 

Portfolios and academic CVs

 

Useful resources

 

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