1 · The basics
| CV (curriculum vitae) | Resume | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 2+ pages, grows over your career | 1 to 2 pages |
| What it is | Your full academic and professional record | A short summary built for one job |
| Used for | Academia, research, scholarships, PhD | Most job applications |
| Where | UK, Europe, Nepal and much of Asia, where “CV” often just means resume | USA and Canada |
Gen Alpha · CV Writing Workshop