Resumes and CVs

Your resume or CV (Curriculum Vitae) is what gives a potential employer a quick, concise and information-rich picture of your skills and experience as they apply to the particular position for which you are applying. These important documents need to convey a depth of information quickly and be tailored to the specific opportunity. 

For most undergraduates or recent college graduates, a resume will be one page (two at the very most). In the U.S., a CV tends to be longer, covers more categories and is more appropriate when applying for academic positions. Internationally, sometimes the terms resume and CV are used interchangeably. Make sure to read your job/fellowship/or internship description carefully to see what length of document they are requesting.

To learn more and to peruse samples, please refer to our resume handout.

Resources/Books available in the 3CE library

• Vault Guide to Resumes, Cover Letters and Interviewing
• Resumes for College Students & Recent Graduates
• From College to Career – Entry-Level Resumes for Any Major (Asher)
• How to Prepare Your Curriculum Vitae (Jackson, Geckeis)

Need Help with your resume?

Check out our Peer Advisor Drop-in Hours or schedule an appointment with one of our Career Counselors. 

Spring 2012 Peer Advisor & RCA Office Hours

*Last day for Peer Advisor & RCA hours is Friday, April 27th.

Peer Advisor Hours - Albany
w/ Jacqui Adams
Wednesday 5-7pm
Friday 11-12pm

Resident Career Advisor Hours - Roberts Hall, RCA Office, 1st Floor
w/ Nancy Guirguis
Tuesday 3:30-5pm
Wednesday 7-8:30pm

w/ Daisy Frearson
Monday 8-9:30pm
Wednesday 2-3:30pm

w/ Kade Peden
Thursday 8:15-9:45pm
Sunday 8:15-9:45pm