CV vs Resume
This resource is part of the PhD Resume Book and Master’s Resume Book.
A Curriculum Vitae (CV) may be requested in lieu of a resume, typically for academic, scholarly, or research opportunities. See the following chart and template for guidance on what content to include.
| CV | Resume | |
| Audience | Academics, researchers or teachers | Potential employers and networking contacts |
| Goal | To obtain an academic or research position, grant or fellowship | To obtain a position in any industry outside of academia |
| Structure & Format | Complete history of your academic credentials – research, teaching, awards, funding, service | Brief snapshot of your most relevant skills and work experience. Resumes are targeted specifically for the job description |
| Focus | Your academic achievements and your scholarly potential | Relevant experience and demonstrated skills through accomplishments that prove you can do the job well |
| Unnecessary Info | Activities not related to academic pursuits (i.e., personal information, irrelevant work experience, hobbies, etc | Unabridged list of publications, presentations, conferences attended, courses taught. Work or accomplishments that are not relevant to the position |
| Length | Flexible | 1-2 pages (1 page highly recommended) |