CV/Resume Workshop Resume...CV is the form used in medicine; however, at this level most...
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CV/Resume Workshop The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences Office of Student Opportunities January 23, 2012
Transcript of CV/Resume Workshop Resume...CV is the form used in medicine; however, at this level most...
CV/Resume Workshop
The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences Office of Student Opportunities January 23, 2012
CV vs. Resume
Resume • A marketing tool, generally used to secure employment. • Contains a summary of relevant experience and education.
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• “Course of life” • A comprehensive listing of professional history
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Presentation Notes
CV is the form used in medicine; however, at this level most opportunities will be seeking a document closer to a resume rather than a true CV (CVs just list history, no explanations, skills, accomplishments, etc.) If using a resume, do not need to limit to one page, but be succinct
The Basics
• No one right way to format
• Convey information quickly, be consistent
• The best design is one that doesn’t draw attention to itself
• Don’t use templates
• Don’t use color, graphics, unnecessary lines
• Use common, basic fonts; 10-12 point size; ½ - 1” margins
• Do not use first person (i.e. “I”)
• Talk about accomplishments and skills rather than responsibilities
• Use quantitative data when possible
• Use action verbs
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Presentation Notes
No one right way to format; most important – easy to glean information quickly, be consistent in formatting Some opportunities/institutions have specific guidelines for formatting Best design is one that doesn’t call attention to itself; don’t use color, graphics Use common, basic fonts; 10-12 points, .5-1” margins Accomplishments and skills rather than duties Do not use first person (“I”) Use action verbs
Personal Information Example 1 Example 2 Professional email address
Full name
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Presentation Notes
Use professional email address; can be a personal account, but should be a professional-sounding address Date of birth, martial status not recommended SSN, licensure numbers, exam scores should not be listed; info will be requested on the application if that info is needed
Education
Example 1 Example 2 Reverse chronological order
Define acronyms
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Presentation Notes
Reverse chronological order by completion date Name of institution, degree sought/completed, date of completion GPAs and exams scores generally not listed, can list honors, distinctions, concentrations List thesis/research work in Research section if related to medicine Undergraduate work and beyond, no high school Honors and Awards section tends to come after Education section; honor societies, academic awards, scholarships, Dean’s list Define acronyms
Additional Sections
Research Experience
Employment Experience
Professional Society Memberships
Extracurricular Activities
International Experience
Publications/Presentations
Leadership
Teaching Experience
Academic Service (later)
Professional Development
Conference Participation
Research Grants
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Presentation Notes
Not all sections are necessary; add those that are applicable to your experience and to the opportunity as you go along
Additional Sections
Example 1 Example 2
Quantitative information
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Presentation Notes
Each entry in a section should include dates, title, organization/institution Avoid lengthy explanations (cover letter, personal statement); if needed use just a couple of bullet points; more bullet points = more important Describe skills and accomplishments; use quantitative data when possible Good rule of thumb for what to include – can you talk about it for 5 minutes in an interview? Part-time and volunteer experience can be relevant; volunteering once or twice is probably not significant
Research Experience
Date(s)
Institution Mentor
Project/study title
Skills and accomplishments
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Presentation Notes
Dates, Institution, mentor, project/study title Describe skills and accomplishments
Publications & Presentations Example 1
Example 2
Bold or underline
name
Separate sections
Author(s), Title, Publication, Date, Issue/Volume, Page(s)
Presenter(s), Title, Event, Location, Date
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Presentation Notes
Can separate into publications and presentations Underline or bold your name For publications include authors, title, publication, date, issue/volume, page For presentations include presenters, title, event (conference name), location, date If a publication has been accepted but not yet printed, indicate by using “in press”; do not list papers or abstracts that have not been accepted for publication Don’t forget to include student sponsored events and publications – Fusion and Research Day
Final Tips
• References No information needed on resume Keep a list of references and contact information
• Find many proofreaders and editors
• Put your final CV/resume in PDF format
• Keep two copies of your CV/resume Running copy with all info Tailored copy to fit the opportunity
• Add to your CV/resume as you go along
Additional Resources AAMC Careers in Medicine website - https://services.aamc.org/careersinmedicine/
Log in using AMCAS username and password
Assessments, articles, tools, and resources
Additional Resources
GW Career Center 48 hour Resume Critique Service
http://gwired.gwu.edu/career/resumecritiqueform/
