"The primary differences between a resume and a curriculum vitae (CV) are the length, what is included and what each is used for. A resume is a one or two page summary of your skills, experience and education. While a resume is brief and concise - no more than a page or two, a curriculum vitae is a longer (at least two page) and more detailed synopsis...In the United States, a curriculum vitae is used primarily when applying for academic, education, scientific or research positions. It is also applicable when applying for fellowships or grants. "(Doyle, jobsearch.about.com, 3/14/12)

KEY RESOURCES

• SNRE CV Template
  • CV Writing Tip: When customizing your CV for a specific academic position, review CV's of current junior faculty and postdocs in the department for which you are applying.  Try to mirror their CVs. 
• "Writing a Curriculum Vita" (PowerPoint Presentation)
• UM Career Center CV Help

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• Quintessential Careers: Preparing a Curriculum Vitae (CV)

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