Typically for non-academic positions
Short, concise, one to two pages long
Employers take quick glances at these
Enough white space on the page for easy scanning
Longer synopsis of your educational and academic background
Can vary from two to several pages long
Professionals seeking non-academic positions can use this too
IMPORTANT: An outstanding, well-written resume or CV alone may not be the only item to check off in your job search and application package. Not all employers will require you to provide one, but in case someone does, you must include a cover letter with your resume/CV. Check out these cover letter samples that are provided by the University of Central Florida.
Cover letters are nothing more than a summary of your resume/CV. As such, keep it concise and up to one page (two may be allowable). The point here is that that every employer or search committee head may have limited time to review resumes/CVs in their entirety. Therefore the accompanying cover letter should serve as a principal window to your professional makeup.
A few tips to keep in mind: Highlight only job-relevant qualifications and achievements. Make every effort to address the prospective immediate supervisor or head of the search committee (if known)--this is going to require research on your part. Showcase your motivation. Reflect your voice and written communication skills. Lastly, even if a cover letter is optional, try writing one anyway.
Resources:
Using a resume or CV template, either (1) create a resume from scratch, or (2) re-configure an existing resume to that template.
Available templates:
Four resume templates that can be adjusted and customized across different fields and industries.
Report broken or outdated links to Bryan Briones at bbriones@auctr.edu.