How to Write Your CVEnglish 2Ms. Alaa ShakooriMakkah Community College

Vocabulary to Learn!

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What is a CV?

An outline of a person's educational and professional history, usually prepared for job applications.

Did you Know?• CV is an abbreviation of

“Curriculum Vitae”.• Another name of a CV is: “a

resume”.

What Should I Write in My CV?1- Personal Information:Name, date of birth, address, phone number, email…etc.

2- Education:Write your degree, subject of study, university, GPA and year of graduation.

3- Work Experience:List all your previous jobs and tasks. Use action words such as developed, organized, planned…etc.

4- Skills:• Computing (computer skills).• Languages.

5- Workshops and Training Courses:Name all training courses and workshops attended with places and dates.

6- Interests and Achievements: Include hobbies, social activities and volunteer work.

7- References• Include contact details of two

referees.• You may write: “references are

available on request”.

Things to keep in mindAppropriate length, shape and

order.Correct spelling and grammar.Accuracy.Honesty.Clarity.