[kanoakavirus]

Hey all, I've just been job searching again and came across a possible job. It's wich Pc world, I asked for an application but they said as there out of app's could i fill out a CV and hand it in? I said ok and left... Thing is , I've never filled out a CV before it's always been applications. So could anyone give me some pointers on hwere to start and maybe a link to a template? Cheers.

[thingie2]

Well some of the things to include:

• Your name
• Your contact details (including home address)
• Your qualifications (only the recent/important ones, things like SATS doesn't matter)
• Your experience doing the job (or similar)
• References (these can be anyone that knows what your like (it shouldn't be anyone related though) and you just need to put their name and contact details, Employers like your last job as a reference if applicable)
• Why you want to work for them

None of those are in any perticular order, just as I remembered them, Just make sure you don't lie, as you will most likley be found out, then you definatly won't get the job.

[serverguy]

A good personal statement at the top. This is the first thing they read, and most CVs get chucked in the bin after the first line. Make it honest, and real, about who you are, and what you can do.

Otherwise, what thingie2 said.

What job are you going for? Not one of the tech guys?!!

[Ozzie82]

Another thing maybe to include,is a passport size photo of yourself if possible .

[Mike0001]

Spell check it and get someone to read it!

A first page summary is useful, second etc expanding on that.

I would say include a full education history with columns

From date--To date, Where, Qualifications received

(Don't include those headings though!)

Oh, and don't use underlining!

Show the sort of enthusiasm you show here and you should be fine!

[kanoakavirus]

Cheers guys , just one thing Ive never been employed before, only kind of job Ive ever had was building fixing computers for friends and family for a small fee so what could i put under employment history?

[Mike0001]

That you were a self-employed part-time computer guru whilst at school/uni?

At your age you should be thginking of retiring...

[kanoakavirus]

Thank you

So how about something like this:

CV

Name:
Daniel Hibberd.

Address:
41 Sapperton Road, White City, Gloucester, Gl4 6un.

Contact Details:
Home Number 1, 01452 ******
Home Number 2, 01452 ******
Mobile Number, 07*********

About Me:
I love learning new and interesting skills.
I work very well with others as a team, and just as well on my own.
I 'm also very polite, patient, friendly, and helpful.
I've been told i have exelent communication skills and
work very well under pressure.

Education:
Beaufort Community School / Gloucestershire College (Gloscol GC)

ICT: A

Math's : B

Science: D

English: D

Art: A

Employment History:
Self-employed part-time computer guru whilst at college.
( For a short period of time i built/repair computers for friends & family )

Just gotta spell check it. And add something about hobbies

[kanoakavirus]

CV
Name:
Daniel Hibberd.

Address:
41 Sapperton Road, White City, Gloucester, Gl4 6un.

Contact Details:
Home Number 1: 01452 ******
Home Number 2: 01452 ******
Mobile Number: 07*********
Email: kanoakavirus@live.co.uk

About Me:
I love learning new and interesting skills.
I work very well with others as a team, and just as well on my own.
I 'm also very polite, patient, friendly, and helpful.
I've been told i have excellent communication skills and
work very well under pressure.

Education:
Beaufort Community School / Gloucestershire College (Gloscol GC)

ICT: A

Math's : B

Science: D

English: D

Art: A

Employment History:
Self-employed part-time computer guru whilst at college.
( For a short period of time i built/repair computers for friends & family )

Hobbies & Interests:
I love building & repairing computers for friends, family and anyone in need of help.
Socializing with friends , riding my motorbike, picture / video and music editing.
I also spend around 2-3 days a week at my local gym.

Would this do?

[serverguy]

Its not looking bad, but you need to lay it out slightly differently perhaps.. (Before I forget, it is a really bad idea to post your email address on the open forums. The crawlers / spammers will have it immediately.)

I have attached an example CV, and filled it in with what u provided. It will give you some ideas if nothing else. I changed your personal statement a bit as well to make it read better.

It is also worth adding a cover letter, which is basically saying why you are the right person for the job. It needs to be a proper letter, addressed and dated etc. Example also included.

Originally Posted by kanoakavirus CV Name: Daniel Hibberd. Address: 41 Sapperton Road, White City, Gloucester, Gl4 6un. Contact Details: Home Number 1: 01452 ****** Home Number 2: 01452 ****** Mobile Number: 07********* Email: kanoakavirus@live.co.uk About Me: I love learning new and interesting skills. I work very well with others as a team, and just as well on my own. I 'm also very polite, patient, friendly, and helpful. I've been told i have excellent communication skills and work very well under pressure. Education: Beaufort Community School / Gloucestershire College (Gloscol GC) ICT: A Math's : B Science: D English: D Art: A Employment History: Self-employed part-time computer guru whilst at college. ( For a short period of time i built/repair computers for friends & family ) Hobbies & Interests: I love building & repairing computers for friends, family and anyone in need of help. Socializing with friends , riding my motorbike, picture / video and music editing. I also spend around 2-3 days a week at my local gym. Would this do?

[kanoakavirus]

Thank you very much

[serverguy]

Originally Posted by kanoakavirus Thank you very much

No problem. Lets hope you get the job.

[Mike0001]

> I've been told i have excellent communication skills and work very well under pressure.


I work very well under pressure.
I have been told I have excellent communication skills. (Perhaps insert who told you? Use me if you like, but several people would look better!)

> ( For a short period of time i built/repair computers for friends & family )
( For a short period of time I built/repaired computers for friends and family )

Are you destined for repairs or sales?