CV help

Future-proof your CV

With things still looking a little shaky with the economy it's more vital than ever that your CV works hard for you. Use our Careers Advisory Services' hints and tips to make the most of yourself on paper.

Creating winning CVs

What should I include in my CV? How should I lay it out? Is there a standard length that I should stick to? Should I start with what I've been doing most recently?

The chronological CV

Should I always format my CV in chronological order? What should I include? What if I've got gaps in my employment history? Should I start with my first job or what I've been doing most recently?

Skills-based CV

What is a skills-based CV? When should I use one? What do I need to include? How should I format it? Are there any examples I can look at?

Improving my CV

Should I change my CV depending on what job I'm applying for? What kind of words should I use? How long is the ideal CV? How can I improve my current format?

Sending my CV electronically

Are there any things I should consider before sending a CV by email? Do I still need to include a covering letter? Should I just cut and paste my CV into an email?