Top Tips

Article created: September 11, 2022

Article last updated: September 11, 2022

  • Tailor your CV to the job you’re applying for as much as possible.
  • Progression CV will check your spelling and grammar, but it is important that you double-check this yourself!
  • Remember that if you plan to export your CV as a PDF, it should be no more than two sides of A4.
  • Keep your sentences short and succinct.
  • Start with an active verb (e.g. developed, participated, assisted, managed).
  • Avoid use of first-person pronouns (e.g. “I”, “me”).
  • Make sure to be consistent – e.g. using full stops at the end of every sentence.
  • Make your CV factual – tell the reader what you did, and they will be able to recognise the skills you gained (e.g. if you write “Collaborated with a team to....”, the employer will infer that you are able to work well in team settings).
  • Consider adding a section that highlights specific skills.
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