Your Curriculum Vitae (CV)
A CV is something that everybody needs - a summarised history of their working life. However, for many people, writing a CV is something that they never quite get around to doing, one of those jobs that just keeps getting put off ...
Well don't worry, we'll help you take the plunge and write a CV that gets results for you, namely an interview for a job. We will guide you through the process step by step, looking at everything you need to know in order to create an impressive CV that highlights your skills and sells you well.
Once you've understood the basics of the CV, and why you need one, you will learn how to identify your achievements - the things that will show any potential employer what you can bring to their business. Then it's on to choosing the type of format you'll use - getting this part right means that you'll be able to emphasise the positive, and gloss over any areas you'd rather not bring to the reader's attention. Finally, we look at writing the CV itself, how to bring everything together, with advice on layout, presentation and avoiding those basic errors which may otherwise see your CV being filed in the bin.
Once you've followed all these steps, you'll be able to create a first-rate C.V. - all you'll need then is a first class stamp, an envelope, and a bit of luck!
In this Section on InterSites:
CV Basics
An in-depth look at the curriculum vitae (CV); who needs to have one - and why?
CV Achievements
Your achievements are the key to a successful curriculum vitae, giving you the chance to sell yourself to your future employer.
Choosing a CV Format
Everything you need to know about the different styles of curriculum vitae you can choose from, including the chronological cv, the functional cv and the performance cv.
Writing Your CV
Detailed advice and step-by-step guides to putting your information, achievements and skills down on paper to create an impressive c.v.
Example CVs
If you're stuck for ideas, take a look at our range of curriculum vitae examples to see the different formats and wording that can be used, to give you inspiration to create your own.

