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CV/Resume Workshop The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences Office of Student Opportunities January 23, 2012
The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences Office of Student Opportunities January 23, 2012
CV vs. Resume
Resume • A marketing tool, generally used to secure employment. • Contains a summary of relevant experience and education.
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• “Course of life” • A comprehensive listing of professional history
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Presentation Notes
CV is the form used in medicine; however, at this level most opportunities will be seeking a document closer to a resume rather than a true CV (CVs just list history, no explanations, skills, accomplishments, etc.) If using a resume, do not need to limit to one page, but be succinct
The Basics
• No one right way to format
• Convey information quickly, be consistent
• The best design is one that doesn’t draw attention to itself
• Don’t use templates
• Don’t use color, graphics, unnecessary lines
• Use common, basic fonts; 10-12 point size; ½ - 1” margins
• Do not use first person (i.e. “I”)
• Talk about accomplishments and skills rather than responsibilities
• Use quantitative data when possible
• Use action verbs
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Presentation Notes
No one right way to format; most important – easy to glean information quickly, be consistent in formatting Some opportunities/institutions have specific guidelines for formatting Best design is one that doesn’t call attention to itself; don’t use color, graphics Use common, basic fonts; 10-12 points, .5-1” margins Accomplishments and skills rather than duties Do not use first person (“I”) Use action verbs
Personal Information Example 1 Example 2 Professional email address
Full name
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Presentation Notes
Use professional email address; can be a personal account, but should be a professional-sounding address Date of birth, martial status not recommended SSN, licensure numbers, exam scores should not be listed; info will be requested on the application if that info is needed
Education
Example 1 Example 2 Reverse chronological order
Define acronyms
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Presentation Notes
Reverse chronological order by completion date Name of institution, degree sought/completed, date of completion GPAs and exams scores generally not listed, can list honors, distinctions, concentrations List thesis/research work in Research section if related to medicine Undergraduate work and beyond, no high school Honors and Awards section tends to come after Education section; honor societies, academic awards, scholarships, Dean’s list Define acronyms
Additional Sections
Research Experience
Employment Experience
Professional Society Memberships
Extracurricular Activities
International Experience
Publications/Presentations
Leadership
Teaching Experience
Academic Service (later)
Professional Development
Conference Participation
Research Grants
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Presentation Notes
Not all sections are necessary; add those that are applicable to your experience and to the opportunity as you go along
Additional Sections
Example 1 Example 2
Quantitative information
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Presentation Notes
Each entry in a section should include dates, title, organization/institution Avoid lengthy explanations (cover letter, personal statement); if needed use just a couple of bullet points; more bullet points = more important Describe skills and accomplishments; use quantitative data when possible Good rule of thumb for what to include – can you talk about it for 5 minutes in an interview? Part-time and volunteer experience can be relevant; volunteering once or twice is probably not significant
Research Experience
Date(s)
Institution Mentor
Project/study title
Skills and accomplishments
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Presentation Notes
Dates, Institution, mentor, project/study title Describe skills and accomplishments
Can separate into publications and presentations Underline or bold your name For publications include authors, title, publication, date, issue/volume, page For presentations include presenters, title, event (conference name), location, date If a publication has been accepted but not yet printed, indicate by using “in press”; do not list papers or abstracts that have not been accepted for publication Don’t forget to include student sponsored events and publications – Fusion and Research Day
Final Tips
• References No information needed on resume Keep a list of references and contact information
• Find many proofreaders and editors
• Put your final CV/resume in PDF format
• Keep two copies of your CV/resume Running copy with all info Tailored copy to fit the opportunity
• Add to your CV/resume as you go along
Additional Resources AAMC Careers in Medicine website - https://services.aamc.org/careersinmedicine/