Graduate Students
Graduate Career Success Starts Here
The Career Advancement Center at Rutgers-Camden is not just for our undergraduate population, we offer services for our Graduate students to help with the transition from undergrad to graduate, and from graduation what comes next. We offer comprehensive support including resumes and CVs reviews, interview techniques, and creating a career management plan no matter what field you are looking to join.
Job Search Tools
Navigating the job searching world can be difficult, which is why the Career Advancement Center has a search engine designed for your ease of access to help you find your best career.
Resumes and Interviews
Depending on your career choice, you may be required to have both a resume and a Curriculum Vitae. The Career Advancement Center is happy to assist with developing both. Our masters resume guidelines have examples of specific forms of documents, and resources to guide the creation of your own. We are also happy to schedule appointments with any of our career counselors for one-on-one help.
The Career Advancement Center is also here to help with your interviews. Over the years we have accumulated tips and secrets to help you ace your interview. Our Interviewing portal has all the links you need to succeed.
Masters & PhD Resume/CV Guidelines
Depending upon your degree or career goals, you may need to prepare a Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume, or both. The information below can help you determine which is more appropriate for you. If you need additional help, schedule an appointment with a career counselor by calling (856) 225-6046.
Resume/CV Critique Service
- Drop off your resume, CV and/or cover letter at the center, or email to: careercenter@camden.rutgers.edu
- Resumes/letters will be critiqued within a 5 business days.
Sample Resumes
- Federal Government
- MBA – Executive
- MBA – Experienced
- MBA – Internship
- MBA – Marketing
- MBA – Technical
- CV SAMPLE
Additional Resources
- Writing the Curriculum Vitae: From The OWL (Purdue University Online Writing Lab)
- Go Government – Create Your Federal Resume: Advice and samples from the Partnership for Public Service.
- Difference between a CV and Resume; Information from Rutgers University Career Services.
- Curriculum Vitae: Typically used for the academic or research environment; a thorough list of all your academic achievements. Includes: contact information, education/academic achievements, thesis/project/dissertation(s), certification(s), honors and awards, competencies/skills, experience (teaching, research, work, international), publications, presentations, professional associations/memberships, and references
- Resume: Typically used for the business and nonprofit environment; highlights your most related qualifications. Includes: contact information, objective/summary statement, education, honors, relevant coursework, projects, experience, activities, and professional associations.
Differences Between a Curriculum Vitae and a Resume
Curriculum Vitae (CV) | Resume | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience | Fellow academics in your field | Potential employers seeking to fill a position |
| Goal | Present a full history of academic credentials: research, teaching, awards, and service | Present a brief snapshot of most relevant skills and experiences |
| Focus | Academic achievements and scholarly potential | Skills that prove job success, experiences that demonstrate the requisite skills |
| Unnecessary | Activities not related to academic pursuits | Complete list of publications, awards, presentations, conferences attended, and courses taught |
| Reference List | Always include | Do not include |
| Length | Flexible | One or two pages |
Career Advancement Center
Rutgers–Camden Campus Center
Lower Level, Room 006
326 Penn Street, Camden, NJ 08102
Phone: (856) 225-6046
Fax: (856) 225-6511