Writing - Work - Useful Language for CVs/resumés
Words, sentences and expressions often used in resumes or CVs
(US American English)
For headings in your CV you can check out "Writing your CV/Resumé" in our Writing section The World of Work. More headings:PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS * TECHNICAL SKILLS * INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE * ASSETS * ACCOMPLISHMENTS * COOPERATIVE EDUCATION * EDUCATIONAL HIGHLIGHTS * HONORS * TRAVEL * LEADERSHIP ACTIVITIES * SCHOLARSHIPS * LANGUAGES * INTERESTS * SKILLS * QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY * PRESENTATIONS * PUBLICATIONS * REFERENCES * TRAINING * VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES
The following phrases and words may help with organizing your resume statements. They convey involvement and accomplishments and make your resume more readable and effective.
Interaction with... *
Acted as liaison for/between... *
Established... *
Formulated... *
Edited... *
Handled... *
Initiated... *
Implemented... *
Managed... *
Assigned territory consisting of... *
Maintained... *
Promoted to/from... *
Instrumental in... *
Recipient of... *
Remained as... *
Innovation resulted in... *
Honored as... *
...amounting to a total savings of... *
Recommendations accepted by... *
Administered... *
Adept at...
Analyzed/Assessed... *
Assisted with... *
Arranged... *
Coordinated... *
Counseled... *
Delegated... *
Conducted... *
Directed... *
Demonstrated... *
Developed... *
Advised... *
Consulted... *
Delivered... *
Budgeted... *
Drafted... *
Evaluated... *
Gathered... *
Installed... *
Improved... *
Instructed... *
Investigated... *
Negotiated... *
Organized... *
Planned... *
Performed... *
Presented... *
Recommended... *
Proven track record in... *
Experience involved/included... *
More than [ ] years experience... *
Expertise and demonstrated skills... *
Successful in/at... *
Experienced in all facets/phases... *
Knowledge of/experienced as... *
Extensive training/involvement... *
Initially employed... *
Specialize in... *
Proficient/competent at... *
Temporarily assigned to... *
Sales quota accountability... *
Reported directly to... *
Served/Operated as... *
In charge of... *
Direct/ Indirect control... *
Familiar with... *
Assigned to... *
Contracted/ Subcontracted... *
Provided technical assistance... *
Acted/ Functioned as... *
...on an ongoing/regular basis... *
...to ensure maximum/optimum... *
Worked closely with... *
Resulted in... *
Accomplished...
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