How to Write a CV/Resume for UK, Canada and the US

MARY ABIODUN
4 min readOct 10, 2023
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Find what’s needed when writing a curriculum vitae (CV) or resume for these countries but first, understand the different kinds of CV formats and where and when to use them.

You would also learn how to tailor your CV/resume for Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS). It’s one of the reasons you’ve probably not been called up for job interviews.

But first, the formats…

Types of CV/Resume Formats

Chronological format

The emphasis here is on your professional experience, qualification and achievement in your field than your skills. It’s better suited for those who have a chosen or mapped-out career path in an industry.

Functional format

The emphasis here is on skills and abilities than work experience. This format is mostly suited for young graduates and those who are lacking concrete work experience to show or have a gap in their work experience.

Hybrid format

This is for those with diverse work experience and diverse skills in different industries. Here, you’re focused on transferable skills including volunteering experiences.

CV contains your work history even if it doesn’t relate or is…

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MARY ABIODUN

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