Copy This Graduate CV Example For Your Job Applications
The Graduate CV Example shown below on this page is another anonymized example of a graduate CV written by myself for a client with little experience. Naturally the name and contact details have been changed to protect the identity of the individual concerned, but you can see the style and layout to follow for a successful graduate jobs CV of your own. See the CV example on this page.
Click here to view an example of a Graduate Cover Letter (opens a new window) that you may also need when you start applying for jobs.
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When preparing your graduate CV for any job application for graduate jobs, you need to be sure that it will stand out among the rest submitted by other interested candidates. It should be the type of CV that is appealing to the eye, makes the most of your job experience and is easy to follow, making the personnel officer or departmental recruiter want to read your CV properly.
The best way to achieve that is to make sure the page is well spaced so that it is easy to read, like the Graduate CV Example below. Then your second task is for you to make sure your CV describes the relevant work experience that you have, at the right level in relation to the job you are applying for.
You have permission to copy this Graduate CV example for your own personal use if it will help to give you a better idea of how to create your own individual CV.
Graduate CV example begins...
Your Name BSc (Hons 2:1)
Your address, telephone and email details
Objective
A highly motivated, numerate and reliable Business graduate with exceptional work ethic and demonstrableability to complete a wide range of activities requiring clear communication, excellent organisational skillsand attention to detail. Able to work well in teams and under pressure, ensuring the smooth and efficientcompletion of allocated tasks. Seeking a challenging position in the business sector with career progressionupon completion of Masters Degree in Management.
Key Strengths
Multi-tasking ability demonstrated by inputting and organisation of data, telephone enquiries, filing,switchboard, general office duties and liaison with other departments.
Cash handling through the operation of a till: a responsible, trustworthy and reliable person.
Numeracy in preparation of daily sales sheets and end of week sales reports.
Customer service, problem solving, dealing with complaints, use of own initiative.
Experience of working abroad; working with different cultures in different countries.
Confident to handle every challenge and solve problems by myself.
IT Skills: Proficient in MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Access - ongoing use in coursework and workexperience. Extensive knowledge of using email and the internet.
Language Skills: Fluent in English, Cantonese and Mandarin.
Personal Attributes
Good team worker with excellent communication and presentation skills, works well with peoplefrom different backgrounds and cultures.
Motivated and friendly, adapts easily to new working environments. Keen to learn new things andapply skills fully to every task.
Confident, assertive and organized. Flexible in working time and working long hours. Hard workingwith positive approach to do the job well.
Employment History
Trading Station Hong Kong Ltd, Nottingham Oct 2009 - June 2010 Office Assistant responsible to the managers for file management and maintaining records of overall sales.Assisting with a range of activities to make sure the business runs efficiently.
Chinese Restaurant, Nottingham Apr 2006 - Apr 2007 Waitress. Taking customers orders and assisting with appropriate choices.
Chinese Takeaway, Nottingham Feb 2006 - Present Counter work and acting as telephone operator, dealt efficiently with the public both in person and on thetelephone. Co-operating with the kitchen when packaging and dealing with the tills.
Peter Hang & Co Solicitor, Hong Kong July - Sept 2004, July - Aug 2005 Clerk in solicitor's office responsible for efficient answering of incoming calls and enquiries. Dealing withincoming and outgoing letters and parcels. Photocopying, copy typing, receiving faxes and file management.
Chinese Takeaway, Market Harborough Nov - Dec 2004 Counter work and acting as telephone operator, dealt efficiently with the public both in person and on thetelephone. Co-operating with the kitchen when packaging and dealing with the tills.
Boutique, Hong Kong Aug - Sept 2003 Sale Assistant. Adapted to different roles at short notice, gained valuable insights into retail managementand developing relevant skills such as communication, negotiation while meeting client needs. Besidesexcellent team working skills developed and maintained excellent working relationships with colleagues.
Amec Upstream Oil & Gas, London July 2003 Assisted with development work on flow diagram for design of offshore platform, gained familiarity withoffice systems through general use of office facilities and use of company internet system and carrying outdata entry tasks.
Education & Qualifications
Sheffield University Current M.Sc. Management
Nottingham Trent University 2009 - 2010 Postgraduate Diploma in Management DMS
Nottingham Trent University 2005 - 2008 B.Sc. (Hons 2:1) Business & Computing for Science
Benfield House College, Market Risley 2003 - 2005 1 AS-Level - Business Studies(E) 3 A-Level - Mathematics(B), Computing(C), Physics(D) English Certificate - Ielts 6.0
St Margaret's School, Bushey 2001 - 2003 7 GCSEs - Chinese (A*), Art and Design(A*), Mathematics(A*)Information Technology(A), Combined Science-Dual Award(BB)English(C), Geography(C)
St. Stephen's Higher College - Hong Kong 1997 - 2001
Personal Information
DoB: 21 January 1986
Nationality: Chinese
Gender: Female
Work Status: Student visa
Other Interests and Achievements
The Duke of Edinburgh's Award - Silver Award.
Member of Speech and Drama Society.
Music: Piano - Grade 7; Music Theory - Grade 5; Orchestra & Choir Member.
Badminton Team; Volleyball Team.
Studying English, international culture.
References available on request.
Graduate CV Example ends...
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The Graduate CV Example shown above is a real example of a CV I wrote recently for a client. Naturally the name and contact details have been changed to protect the identity of the individual concerned, but you can copy the layout and add your own personal content for a successful CV of your own.
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