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A curriculum vitae, commonly referred to as CV, is a longer (two or more pages), more detailed synopsis than a resume. It includes a summary of your educational and academic background, as well as teaching and research experience, publications, presentations, awards, honors, affiliations, and other details.

How to Write a CV
There are important points to consider when preparing an effective curriculum vitae. It should be clear, concise, complete, and up-to-date with current employment and educational information.

Sample Curriculum Vitae

• CV Format
• CV Template
• Academic Curriculum Vitae Template
• Sample Curriculum Vitae
• Sample Curriculum Vitae - Academic
• Sample Curriculum Vitae - Academic
• Sample Curriculum Vitae - Employment
• Sample Curriculum Vitae - Information Technology
• Sample Curriculum Vitae - Medical
• Sample Teaching Abroad Curriculum Vitae
• Curriculum Vitae Example

Sample International CVs

• Sample Curriculum Vitae - International Employment
• Sample Curriculum Vitae Interntaionl Theater
• Sample Curriculum Vitae - International Employment
• Sample Dissertation Curriculum Vitae
• Sample International Curriculum Vitae
• Sample International Curriculum Vitae (PDF)
• Sample Curriculum Vitae (International with Photo)(PDF)
• Sample Curriculum Vitae (Belgium)(PDF)
• Sample Curriculum Vitae (India)(PDF)
• Sample Curriculum Vitae (Kenya)(PDF)
• Sample British Curriculum Vitae
• Sample Curriculum Vitae: France (in French)
• French Resume/CV (Le CV français) (in English and French)
• German Curriculum Vitae (in English)
• Sample German CV (Lebenslauf) (in German)
• Japanese Resume Samples (in English)
• Sample Japanese Rirekisho
• Sample Curriculum Vitae France (in French)
• Sample Curriculum Vitae - Scandanavia, Southern Europe, Eastern and Central Europe, Western Europe

Why, when and how to use a Curriculum Vitae, plus how to write a CV.

• Writing Curriculum Vitae
  When should job seekers use a curriculum vitae, commonly referred to as CV, rather than a resume? Here are the details on when to use a CV, what to include, and how to write it.
• Curriculum Vitae
  How to write a CV, plus samples, and templates.
• Curriculum Vitae
  Why, when, and how to write a Curriculum Vitae.
• FAQ: Curriculum Vitae or Resume?
  Frequently Asked Questions: The difference between CVs and resumes.

Related Resources

• Resume and Cover Letter Guide
  Writing, publishing, posting, and submitting your resume and cover letter to employers and online.
• Job Letters
  Inquire about openings, accepting or decline a position, networking letters, and other job search correspondence.
• OneStop Job Search Guide
  Here's all the resources you'll need to get started on your online job search.

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Please Note: These samples are provided for guidance only. The provided information, including samples and examples, is not guaranteed for accuracy or legality. Letters and other correspondence should be edited to fit your personal situation.