How to write a CV: a step-by-step guide

Young People’s Caseworker, Sian Kerr at the Forces Employment Charity, has compiled her top tips for creating a stellar CV to help the military community articulate their skills and experiences. Our advisors support you at every step of your journey and can help you develop interview techniques and build your personal brand.

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Your CV is a digital representation of you! Think about what you want it to say.

Many companies use AI to filter through CVs. To ensure AI filters don’t overlook your CV, avoid using text boxes, complex formatting, or images. Keep it simple!

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  • Which format to use
  • How to talk about your work experience
  • Deciding what to include
  • Using references

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