2008 Woodie Awards
The Career Coach
Marian Cacciatore
Issue date: 4/4/08 Section: Opinions
Question:
Can you tell me the difference between a CV (Curriculum Vitae) and a Resume? I am not sure which to use.
~Graduating Senior '08
Answer:
While many people use the words "CV" and "Resume" interchangeably there are some noticeable differences between the two.
Resume -
Used for typical job search.
Typically no more than 2 pages and the contents are very targeted.
Targeted with specific knowledge and skills related to a particular job. You are selective in the knowledge, skills and abilities that you feature in a resume.
Curriculum Vitae -
This is often used to search for positions in academia, to apply for graduate school, a position within scientific research or to apply for a grant.
The literal translation for a CV is "course of life" and is often 3,4 or 5 pages.
It is more comprehensive than a resume and includes additional sections like publication, research, presentations, clinical practice.
In Europe, this is used like a resume.
Can you tell me the difference between a CV (Curriculum Vitae) and a Resume? I am not sure which to use.
~Graduating Senior '08
Answer:
While many people use the words "CV" and "Resume" interchangeably there are some noticeable differences between the two.
Resume -
Used for typical job search.
Typically no more than 2 pages and the contents are very targeted.
Targeted with specific knowledge and skills related to a particular job. You are selective in the knowledge, skills and abilities that you feature in a resume.
Curriculum Vitae -
This is often used to search for positions in academia, to apply for graduate school, a position within scientific research or to apply for a grant.
The literal translation for a CV is "course of life" and is often 3,4 or 5 pages.
It is more comprehensive than a resume and includes additional sections like publication, research, presentations, clinical practice.
In Europe, this is used like a resume.
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