UNC College of Arts & Sciences (2014). “Curriculum Vitae (CVs) vs. the Resumes.” The Writing Center. Retrieved from: http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/curricula-vitae-cvs-versus-resumes/
“Writing the Curriculum Vitae” (2014). The OWL at Purdue. Retrieved from: https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/641/1/
What do I include in a CV?
What you include in a CV often depends on your field. A social scientist will include different information than a literary scholar. Still, most CVs include at least the following:
Do I need a CV?
Whether you need a CV is determined by the jobs to which you are applying. Typically, scientists and academics must submit CVs rather than résumés if they are applying for fellowships or employment related to academia or research. Usually, job descriptions will identify whether you should submit a résumé or CV. If after reviewing the description you are still unsure, you should either ask a mentor or contact the person identified in the job description.
Where can I get more information about a CV?
Because the CV is largely meant for academic audiences, the best resources out there come from academia:
Career Development Center (2014). Writing a Curriculum Vitae. Retrieved from: https://www.binghamton.edu/ccpd/quick-reference-guides/CV.pdf
Stanford University (2014). “Resumes/Cover Letters.” Career Development Center. Retrieved from:
• Contact information (Name, Mailing Address, Phone, Email Address, and Website)
• Education (all degrees, institutions, years earned)
• Job Experience (paid and unpaid)
• Publications and Presentations
• Awards and Fellowships
• Professional Memberships
• References