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Mr ARIF's Brief Curriculum Vitae GUIDE

Whilst applying for jobs in the next coming months you need to have a professional looking and up to date Curriculum Vitae or CV.

CV's that have errors in are going to be discarded and most are considered within 60 seconds.

Make sure your CV lands in the Contact for interview pile and not in the waste bin. Did you know that most CVs are discarded after 20 seconds if there are any spelling mistakes or typos in them? Make sure yours is checked - there is help with drafting at school and with with applying for jobs see my booklet Application Forms Clinic by Asif Arif available from the Office}.

Always list skills that relate to the job - if you have excellent grades or a full attendance record don't be afraid to say so. This is your chance to sell yourself above others.
The 3 styles of CV Chronological, Capabilities and Skills are all suitable templates. It is your decision which fits the job profile best - but makes sure all the information is accurate and can be backed up by examples. Always contact your referees in advance if you want to include them in your CV and give them a finished copy.

Firstly a Chronological CV lists everything in date order - including all you school and work experience like a timeline in History. Start your lists from the most recent first.

The Capabilities Style CV focuses on your main abilities so choose successes that relate to the job you are applying for in the personal profile section.

Lastly, a Skills Style CV lists work related skills you have for a particular job. Different headings outline your different strengths- remember you only need to list positives.


Your CV has to be no more than 2 sides of paper and it should always be typed. Work out all your information in draft first then choose a style that suits the particular company or job you are applying for.

Spell-check everything in your CV and ask help from a relative or friend to check the content. There is help also at school with applying for jobs for help with filling in Application forms see my booklet Application Forms Clinic by Asif Arif available from the Office.

Try to make your CV stand out from the rest. Always use good quality paper and don't over embellish your grades, skills or abilities - you must be able to back up information you give with examples or references.