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Theresonly1
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 Posted: Wed Jul 30, 2008 4:18 pm Post subject: Help with my CV? & Advice? |
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Hello.
Im a 21 year old student from Edinburgh in UK studying computing. I have been searching for a part time job for a very long time in order to help fund my last year univeristy finances.
I've searched through many job agencies and went into many retail shops to ask and also handed in many CVs but still no luck. I think my CV is not good enough hence im posting here hopefully i can get some tips & advice from you guys.
At the moment i think im going just look for any kind of job to keep me going for next academic year. But im still not sure whether to just stick to the computing field in finding part time jobs.
Below is my CV(with some personal details omitted):
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name
address
Tel:/Mobile:
Email:
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Education:
Master Degree in Computer Science (MEng) 09/06 – present
University of Edinburgh
Currie Community High School, Edinburgh 08/00 – 06/06
Advanced Highers: Physics(B); Mathematics(C)
Highers: Physics(A); Computing(A); Mathematics(B); History(B)
Intermediate 2: English(B)
8 Standard Grades including Maths and English and a short course of electronics.
Key Skills:
•Teamwork- developed skills to be part of a team while doing group work in several classes in University. Able to participate and undertake tasks within a group and perform them effective plus communicating well with other team members.
•Communication and Languages – fluent in english & french(basic) and can communicate in an appropriate manner to other individuals.
•IT – competent using Microsoft office software such as Word, Excel etc..
•Initiative and problem solving – able to set goals to achieve and solve problem in a logical way and while also under pressure.
Work Experience:
organisation & address 17/11/03 – 21/11/03
This was a one week work experience programme organised by the school during my time in 4th year. Working in the personnel administration department where I had to do general clerical duties including filing, photocopying of documents, documentation etc. I was also required to answer telephone calls and opening & distributing mail. Whilst in the city chambers I have improved my communication skills in working as an individual and also as part of a team.
fast food takeaway 07/05 – 01/08
This is a fast food takeaway owned by my parents where i was required to take orders from customers and answer telephone calls. Also need to deal with any customer complaints, unsatisfactory from customers. I learned how to communicate well with customers and my staff team. In addition established a mature sensibility and responsibility.
Interests and Hobbies:
Enjoy playing sports such as football and badminton. I have been playing football every weekend with friends. I also enjoy playing badminton where I was a member of a sports club. From time to time I like to socialise with my friends on Bebo etc... I also enjoy going out for dinner and to the cinema.
References available on request
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So what do you think of this CV? I tried to keep it to a minimum of 1 page as im applying just for a simple part time job for the short term. Ive listed education as priority because i feel i dont have that much experience in working so far apart from my parents business.
One last thing is do i really need to have a covering letter to come with the CV? Is it really necessary?
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Pauloz
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Theresonly1
This is adequate, but a few points:
When applying for positions, you'll need to flesh out those qualifications a little, not to the extent of writing a book, but to add some connections with essential criteria.
One obvious weak spot is that your CV is a bit general, and you could look at some further qualifications.
Your strong suits are your higher qualifications, in career terms.
The good news is that mathematics is almost a lost art. You can add to that with some code writing, programming, or other qualifications which are actually pretty easy to get. The maths component is what they're screaming for in the codewriting area, because of all the formulae and calculation functions.
Physics is another rare attainment, and with the maths, you may well have a couple of aces in your hand.
Retail work, I'm sorry to say, is just plain tough. It's not you, it's the fact that there's a large floating population of people with retail experience. If you can do cash books, bank reconciliations, etc, you improve your chances.
On the whole, given your qualifications, I'd go upmarket with the physics and maths, see what you can get.
You may, possibly, be able to find some work at a junior level in codewriting, with your existing qualifications, or an internship. That might do the trick, in terms of the work experience you need. |
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Theresonly1
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[quote="Pauloz"]Theresonly1
When applying for positions, you'll need to flesh out those qualifications a little, not to the extent of writing a book, but to add some connections with essential criteria.
One obvious weak spot is that your CV is a bit general, and you could look at some further qualifications.
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I understand it being a bit general but i thought CVs are suppose to be general and clear & simple(not long like a book) therefore employers can call you back for an interview to know more about you?
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