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Introducing the Ultimate Guide to Crafting an Impressive CV for Your Dream Internship with Korea GapYear! At Korea GapYear, we understand the challenges and uncertainties that come with creating a standout CV, especially when you may not have extensive professional experience or just freshly graduated from high school.
That's why we would like to share with you our guide that will hopefully assist and empower you in writing a remarkable CV while also being capable of capturing the attention of employers and securing an exceptional internship opportunity through our program.
Let's work together to create a CV that will leave a lasting impression and make your application stand out from the crowd on this transformative journey with Korea GapYear:)
A well-organized CV should have clear sections such as personal information, education, work experience, skills, volunteer work, other internships, and achievements. Use bullet points and headings to make it easy to navigate, throughout your CV
Every good CV starts with a strong personal, as well as an engaging brief summary that showcases your personality, your career goals and highlights your key strengths. This provides a snapshot of your character and helps employers quickly understand your values and personal mission.
Every experience, no matter how small it may seem, holds value, that is why it is essential to showcase all of your experiences in your CV, as they contribute to your overall growth and development. Remember to highlight specific examples that demonstrate your skills and achievements, as well as the valuable lessons learned from each experience you made in your life so far
Proofread your CV carefully to make sure there a no typos or grammatical errors, also that there is a consistent formatting, font style, and font size throughout. Use professional language and maintain a professional tone.
The most important thing to keep in mind is by starting understanding the purpose of your CV. It should be something that showcases your qualifications, skills, and experiences to potential employers persuading them to consider you for an internship.
Before you start writing, research the general job requirements in the sector of internship you acquire to be at and understand what employers are looking for. Try then to highlight your CV to the skills and experiences that are relevant to the field.
Select a clear and professional CV format. Use headings, subheadings, and bullet points to make it easy to read and navigate. Font and font size must be consistent throughout.
Start with your personal information and contact details. Then, include sections such as education, work experience, skills, achievements, and additional information (e.g., certifications, volunteer work). Arrange these sections in a way that best highlights your strengths.
Provide details about your educational background, including the institutions attended, degrees earned, and relevant coursework or projects. Include any academic achievements, honors or extra curricula
List your work experience in reverse chronological order, starting with the most recent position. Include the company name, job title, dates of employment, and key responsibilities and accomplishments. Focus on demonstrating the skills and achievements that are relevant to the internship field you are applying for.
Create a dedicated section to highlight your relevant skills. Include both hard skills (technical abilities) and soft skills (communication, teamwork, leadership)
Finally, proofread your CV carefully for any spelling, grammar, or formatting errors making sure that it is well-organized and easy to read. Ask a trusted friend or mentor to review it for feedback.
Remember: Your CV should be continuously updated and refined as you gain new experiences and skills.
Good luck with your CV writing! 😊
Answer A standard CV should be no more than two sides of A4. However, for those in high-level positions or who have gained a lot of experience or worked in multiple jobs in the last five to ten years, a three-page CV may be preferred CV in the medical or academic fields, for example.
※ To save space only include the main points of your education and experience, by sticking to relevant information
Answer Using positive language, and action-oriented words created the impression of a positive, proactive person. Use words such as ‘’achieved’’, ‘’created’’, and ‘’organized’’ and avoid tentative words such as ‘’maybe’’, ‘’attempted’’ and ‘’perhaps’’. Present your information in the most positive way and remember to be clear including the spelling and grammar to be accurate.
Answer Include your full name, home address, phone number, and email address. Because most recruiters communicate via email (the email address you provide must be one that you use regularly).
※ Please also make sure that the email address does not have a weird name in it, and consists of your first name and last name.
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✅ DO’s |
⛔ DON’T’s |
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• Use a standard font size in black color |
• Do it in a Rush |
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• Include recent & relevant work experience (paid or voluntary) |
• Leave Gaps in Employment |
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• Be consistent with the layout |
• Lie |
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• Include a statement about your career aspirations and what you can offer |
• Include irrelevant Information |
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• Be honest but Positive |
• Use a large font |
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• Get someone to check it for you |
• Simply write a list of duties under work experience (go more into detail what you have accomplished) |
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