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CVs APPLICATION ESSENTIALS D The goal of a CV and its cover letter is to get you to an interview: for a speculative application, it is to encourage the reader to respond positively. Remember, recruiters usually review CVs very quickly – perhaps only 10-20 seconds – and so CVs have a certain style all of their own. The primary challenge is to make it easy for the There are four key characteristics of CVs that work well: ] RELEVANCE: ] Content is relevant to the position applied for – this is not a list of everything that you’ve done. ] Content highlights your personal contribution. CLARITY: ] A well laid out CV is inviting to read and easy to scan quickly. ] Use simple language – avoid jargon, acronyms and technical details which may not be understood or provide too much detail. ] A standard reverse chronological format helps recruiters as they know where to find what they are looking for. EVIDENCE BASED: ] Provide evidence of your contribution and impact. ] Focus on ‘actions taken’ rather than ‘responsibilities’ to showcase your skills. ] Use numbers, percentages and values to quantify your impact and give a sense of scale to your actions. ] Avoid unsupported assertions or opinions. BREVITY: ] Avoid paragraphs, as these are slow to read. ] Use bullet points to package information succinctly. ] Avoid too much context, excessive detail or unfocused material that will dilute the impact of your most relevant messages. “Recruiters will usually review your CV very quickly [...] and so you need relevant skills and experience to stand out immediately.” GETTING READY TO CREATE YOUR CV: ] Create your long list of all your experience, achievements and key dates. Transferable skills are developed and demonstrated in diverse situations, so include: Educational achievements, prizes, awards. Voluntary, paid and unpaid work experience. Involvement in societies, sports and clubs. Additional interests and skills (e.g. languages; IT skills; music). ] For each application, identify the skills and competencies required. ] Select your most relevant experiences to demonstrate the skills and competencies required for the role. ] Select your format – for most graduate positions, a standard reverse chronological format is recommended (see Sian Magellan's CV overleaf). ] Consider which headings are most useful to present your experience most effectively: EDUCATION will normally be at the top. EXPERIENCE rather than ‘Employment’. Headings such as ‘POSITIONS OF RESPONSIBILITY’ or ‘AWARDS’ can signal other important information. INTERESTS or OTHER INTERESTS AND SKILLS should be included to indicate extra-curricular activities and diverse talents. This section might include sub-headings such as Languages; IT Skills; Sports; and Music. www.careers.ox.ac.uk 43
D APPLICATION ESSENTIALS SIAN MAGELLAN Balliol College, Oxford, OX1 3BJ Mobile: 07685 314529 email: sian.magellan@balliol.ox.ac.uk EDUCATION 2014 – 2017 BA Hons English, Balliol College, University of Oxford • First year exam results: 2.1 (65 average) • Researched and delivered on time twelve 3,000 word essays on new topics in each eight week term for discussion with peers and leading academics 2007 – 2014 St John’s School, Milton Keynes A levels: French A*, English A*, Chemistry A, Geography A GCSEs: 5 A*, 3 A, 1 B including A* in English and Maths EXPERIENCE 2016 WWOOF, Organic Farm in Haute Vienne, France, Volunteer (summer) • Independently planned and organised two months’ work in France • • Developed good working relationships with 22 colleagues from 12 countries 2015 Oxford University, The Student Consultancy, Team Leader, (8 weeks) • • Designed and executed paper and phone surveys, engaging 250 participants • Presented recommendations to client; all implemented within 3 months and delivering 20% increase in sales within 6 months 2015 EGM Analysis, Market Research Assistant (1 month internship) • SPSS • Presented daily key data summary to managers with a colleague • Developed knowledge and interest in marketing and consumer goods 2014 Red Lion Hotel, Newport Pagnell, Waitress (part-time summer work) • Provided professional, courteous dinner service in busy gastro-pub with 80 covers • Maintained positivity and good working relationships in high-pressure service environment 2011-14 Milton Keynes Hospital, Data Entry Clerk (part-time holiday work) • Developed administrative skills, and understanding of organisational processes • • Liaised with six hospital departments to compile datasets to tight deadlines OTHER SKILLS AND INTERESTS Languages: IT: Music: Lead clarinettist in Milton Keynes Youth Band; member of National Youth Orchestra Sport: Balliol College women's football team; training twice a week Captain of St John’s School women’s football team (under 18s) Travel: Extensive travel throughout Europe, including organising work placement in France 44 www.careers.ox.ac.uk
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