Engineering curriculum vitae and cover letter


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Writing a Curriculum Vitae The University of Mississippi Writing Center Why a CV Instead of a Resume?
  • A Resume summarizes qualifications, education, work experiences, skills and abilities that include community and other non-academic pursuits.
  • Focuses attention on an individual's strongest qualifications for a job opportunity.
  • One or two pages in length.
Curriculum Vitae
  • Like a resume but more detailed and formal.
  • Universities, colleges and research institutions expect a curriculum vitae.
  • Usually two pages or more, if you are highly experienced.
  • Detailed listing that usually includes publications, presentations, professional activities, honors, and additional information. 
Vita or Vitae?
  • " It is vitae because "life" in the phrase "course of life" (or "a life's course") is in the genitive singular. “
          • Eric Daniels, Latin Scholar
A Curriculum Vitae should…
  • be tailored to maximize an individual's qualifications for a specific position.
  • Read the job advertisement carefully and consider the possible audience for your CV.
  • It is critical that the information is accurate and current.
Headings
  • Contact Information
  • Education - include dissertation title and advisor
  • Related Professional Experience
  • Teaching Experience
  • Grants and Fellowships
  • Professional Affiliations
  • Awards, honors and patents
  • Publications
  • Presentations
  • Research
  • Community Involvements
  • References
Especially for Engineers
  • For each position held, consider responsibilities and achievements and where possible substantiate with figures (e.g.: cost saving, efficiency, targets, deadlines).
Especially for Engineers
  • Qualifications attained
  • Training Courses
  • Software Proficiencies
  • Languages
  • Keywords for Engineering (useful to database searches)
Especially for Engineers
  • Customize your key selling points and place them in the objective or profile area of the resume.
  • Tailor your selling points to suit the job description.
Helpful Hints
  • Pay careful attention to the organization of your document so the reader does not perceive you as careless and lacking attention to details.
Helpful Hints
  • Be consistent
  • Do not exaggerate
Order
  • Always use reverse chronological order in all headings - list present first; then proceed with earlier items
Language
  • Use only phrases with little punctuation.
Presentation
  • Do not include photos
  • Documents should be word processed on white paper
Don’t Automatically Eliminate Yourself from Consideration
  • Grammar,
  • spelling
  • and typing
  • should be flawless.
Other Avoidances
  • Faux letters of introduction claiming that a mutual acquaintance recommends that the recipient review your resume with extra care.
  • Resume broadcasting via email with multiple recipients in the "to:", "cc:" or "bcc:" fields.
  • Resumes emailed from a computer with its date set in the future.
  • Resumes that do not show dates of employment may pass a ten second scan but cannot withstand a more thorough review.
Formatting
  • Name and page number on each page
  • Font size 10-12
  • Margins must be 1" to 1 1/2"
  • Date your vita was written or updated on the first page instead of the page number
Ask your faculty advisor to look over your CV and make suggestions. Ask an experienced person to proofread your CV. Cover Letter Tips Cover Letter Tips
  • A cover letter is NOT an autobiography.
  • Demonstrate that you
  • meet or exceed the requirements listed are interested in the position
  • and that you are available.
Cover Letter Tips
  • Avoid negatives
  • Do not explain why you left or are leaving an employer.
Cover Letter Tips
  • Avoid providing a salary history.
  • If the job ad requests a salary history, give a historical salary range and state that your salary requirements are flexible.
  • Make your letter easy on the eyes.
  • Don't repeat your resume.
Cover Letter Tips
  • Don't repeat worn platitudes and clichés
    • "excellent written and verbal communication skills“
    • "think outside the box“
    • "juggle multiple tasks"
    • Offer a solution to their problem
    • Be solution-centric; not "I" centered.
    • Keep "I would like" stuff to a minimum.
Cover Letter Tips
    • Personalize your cover letter if possible
    • Letters should be addressed to a specific person whenever information is available.
    • Form letters are offensive.
    • Conduct basic research and customize the cover letter to suit the position and the company.
    • Tell the reader that you are interested in the company and the position, and why.

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