Free CV review
Get your CV reviewed the way I review CVs
Welcome. When I review a CV, I look for the same things every time, and I have written them all down as my own CV checklist. This tool applies that checklist to your CV, so instead of generic advice you get feedback on the things employers and scholarship panels actually look for, with a practical fix for each one.
What I check
Every CV is checked against these twelve areas of my checklist, with many specific checks behind each one, judged against your level and, if you share it, the advert you are applying for.
First impression and lengthHow quickly a reader can find what matters, and whether the length suits your level.
OrderWhether your sections come in the order readers expect.
SummaryWhether your opening lines say who you are, not just what you studied.
EducationWhether your degree, results and project work are easy to see.
ExperienceWhether your experience is tailored to the role and shows your own contribution.
Professional awarenessWhether you show the awareness employers in your field expect.
Match to the advertHow well your CV answers what the advert actually asks for.
Evidence of skillsWhether your tools, volunteering and awards are backed by evidence.
Memberships, certifications and CPDWhether your professional details can be verified.
Links and publicationsWhether your online profile and publications are easy to check.
Personal details, referees and interestsWhat belongs on a CV, and what is better left off.
CredibilityWhether every claim fits your level and would stand up at interview.