CV vs Resume: What’s the Difference?

A quick comparison of CV and resume length, detail, and when employers ask for each.

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Resume

Typically one or two pages, tailored to a job, focusing on relevant experience and outcomes.

CV

Often longer, especially in academia or research, with fuller publication, teaching, or project history. In some regions “CV” simply means what others call a resume — follow local norms.

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