Skip to Main Content

*Pharmacy Subject Guide: CV (Curriculum Vitae) Resources

Resources Provided by the Office of Career & Professional Development

The HPU Office of Career & Professional Development offers support to students in their professional journey. 

Types of support:

  • resume development
  • interview preparation
  • experiential learning opportunities
  • career advising
  • employer engagement events
  • professional development opportunities

You may also schedule an appointment with the Office of Career & Professional Development for a one-on-one session. Please note you will have to make a Handshake account to access the appointment portal. 

What goes into a CV, formatting tips, and what not to do

  • Contact Information
  • Education and Training
  • Specialized Training/Professional Licensure/Certification
  • Professional Experience
  • Teaching Experience
  • Presentations
  • Publications
  • Research
  • Professional Activities
  • Honors and Awards
  • Community Service
  • Special Skills or Expertise
  • List information in reverse chronological order
  • Do Not include information on events which occurred prior to entering pharmacy school except for education (degrees) unless it is unique (e.g. awards or offices held in organizations)
  • Do Not use abbreviations
  • Use past tense
  • Use third person
  • Include the names of your preceptors and supervisors
  • Ensure your curriculum vitae is easy to read (i.e., information is presented in a logical order and is easy to read).
  • PROOFREAD your curriculum vitae!! To minimize errors, have your curriculum vitae reviewed by at least two other people.
  • Print your curriculum vitae on quality white, ivory, or light grey paper on a laser printer.
  • Use a consistent font (such as Times New Roman) in a font size of 10-14.
  • Avoid the use of graphics.
  • Maintain a one-inch margin at the top and bottom of each page of your curriculum vitae.
  • Use consistent header treatments throughout your CV.
  • Typographical Errors- Proofread, Proofread, Proofread. Have your CV reviewed by at least two other people.
  • Unusual Font- type is difficult to read
  • Unorganized or inconsistent formatting
  • Information is difficult to locate
  • Long descriptions used to delineate rotational responsibilities or position functions
  • Unusual and/or inconsistent paper colors or styles

American College of Clinical Pharmacy. Curriculum Vitae Pearls. ACCP. Accessed February, 5 2025. https://www.accp.com/stunet/cvpearls.aspx#ctl00_pnlPurpose

VMock

High Point University’s Office of Career & Professional Development has teamed up with VMock Smart Career Platform to help elevate your Resume & LinkedIn game! Through Artificial Intelligence (“AI”)-driven analysis, VMock offers 24/7 immediate feedback on resume content, formatting, and overall presentation.

Handshake

Handshake is the number one way college students get hired! This career management platform allows students and alumni to access opportunities posted directly by the employer or through Career & Professional Development.

Handshake is also where HPU students can upload their resume for review by a professional Career Advisor.

Click the Handshake logo below to view information provided by The Office of Career & Professional Development.

CV Tips Sheet by SOP Career Resources

Sample Curriculum Vitae (CV) by University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Pharmacy