What is a CV and when should I use one?

A CV (Curriculum Vitae) is a comprehensive document detailing your full academic and professional history. CVs are standard in the UK, Europe, academic positions, research roles, and international applications. Unlike a resume, a CV can be longer than 2 pages and includes publications, research, and detailed career history.

How is a CV different from a resume?

A CV is typically longer and more detailed than a resume. Resumes are concise (1-2 pages) and tailored for specific US job applications. CVs provide a full career overview and are used internationally, in academia, and for senior-level positions. If you need a US-style resume, try our Resume Builder instead.

What sections should a CV include?

A strong CV includes: contact information, professional summary, work experience with quantified achievements, education, skills, certifications, and optionally publications, conferences, languages, and volunteer work. Our builder guides you through each section step by step.

Can I use this CV for ATS applications?

Yes. Our CV builder outputs clean, ATS-friendly text with proper section headers and formatting. After building your CV, we recommend running it through our free CV Reviewer to verify ATS compatibility and get additional optimization suggestions.

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Free CV Builder — Create Your CV

Build a professional, ATS-friendly CV in minutes. Our guided builder walks you through each section with tips and examples. Copy the result to your document editor for final formatting.

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Role-Specific Tips

ATS-Friendly Output

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Contact Information

Full Name *

Email *

Phone

Location

LinkedIn URL

Step 1 of 6

Build a CV for Your Role

Get role-specific tips, suggested skills, and tailored bullet point examples.

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Free CV Builder — Create Your CV

Contact Information

Build a CV for Your Role

Frequently Asked Questions

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