Student CV templates
A student CV has to show potential, not a long career. These templates put education, projects, volunteering and skills in the right places so that a first CV still looks complete and confident. Choose a layout, fill it in online and download it for free.
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What to put on a student CV
- Education first. Name of the school or university, course, dates and relevant modules or results if they help.
- Projects and coursework. A group project, a dissertation or a class presentation shows skills just like a job does.
- Work experience of any kind. Part-time jobs, internships, babysitting, family business, volunteering or club roles all count when you describe what you did.
- Skills. Software, languages, and soft skills backed by a short example.
- Interests, but only the ones that say something useful, such as captaining a team or running a society.
Student CV structure that works
- Name, contact details and (optional) LinkedIn.
- Two-line profile: what you study and what you are looking for.
- Education.
- Experience, projects or volunteering.
- Skills and languages.
- Interests (optional).
Keep it to one page. If your experience is short, that is normal; use clear spacing rather than filler.
Example profile lines
Replace the details with your own:
- “Second-year business student seeking a 6-month marketing internship. Experience organising student events and managing a society’s social media.”
- “Recent biology graduate with laboratory and data-analysis experience, looking for an entry-level research assistant role.”
Examples are starting points. Only include skills, results and dates that are true for you.
Common student CV mistakes
- Listing duties instead of what you achieved (“helped customers” versus “served around 40 customers per shift and handled the till”).
- Using three pages or small text to fit everything.
- Including every school subject. Choose what is relevant to the role.
- Leaving out unpaid experience that proves reliability and teamwork.
- Sending the same CV to every employer without adjusting the profile and skills.
Frequently asked questions
Should a student CV have a photo?
It depends on the country and the employer. In the UK and US it is usually left out; in some other countries it is common. Follow local practice and the instructions in the advert.
How long should a student CV be?
One page is ideal for students and first-time applicants.
Can I make a student CV with no work experience?
Yes. Use education, projects, volunteering, clubs and skills. The builder has sections for each.
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