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The difference between a resume and a CV

The difference between a resume and a CV

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The difference between a resume and a CV

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- When I was applying for jobs in Germany, I quickly realized that many positions required a CV as opposed to a resume. But I was a bit unclear about the differences. Isn't a resume the same as a CV? The short answer is no. A resume and a CV are two different documents. The main differences between a CV and a resume are length and layout. A CV, or Curriculum Vitae, translates to course of life in Latin and is an in depth explanation of your achievements. CVs can span two or more pages covering topics like education, accomplishments, awards, publications and work history. CVs should be organized chronologically and the format is fixed. In contrast, a resume is a concise document, one to two pages which exemplify aspects of your relevant work experience and skills. A resume's goal in contrast is to present the highlight reel of your career and help you stand out from the crowd. Resumes can have various formats in order…

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