How To Create A CV With No Experience


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So, you're looking for a job you don't have experience and you're worried because you feel your CV looks a little thin. In this article we will give you tips and tricks on how to create a CV if you have no experience.


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You got the know how, you've got skills and you know you're capable and will succeed in the position you're interested in. You will need to convince your employer that you are capable of this. To do that you need have a good first impression which you will do through your CV.

When you create your CV keep it simple and straight to the point as a long CV might lead to the employer losing interest half way through your CV.

Your CV should include the following sections:

Personal Details

You don't need to give too much away here like your ID number, address, date of birth or marital status. Instead just provide your name, surname, contact details and a short personal statement. Your personal statement should stand out a bit, so avoid the clichés and give them something unique about you.

Education

Next up is education, this includes information about your University/College qualification (if you have any) and then your high school information. In this section, include the years you have completed your qualifications and your Matric.

eg.   University/College - Year

      - Modules/subjects

      - Qualification

      High School - Year

      - Matric (type of matric pass)

      - list subjects if you want to

Experience

If you have no experience, you can add job shadowing, volunteering, activities you did in high school or University/college or ANYTHING you feel could convince your employer to hire you.

Skills

Here, you can list all the skills you have, this is your time to shine, and show what you're good at. This is important so make sure you list all the skills you are proficient in, because it will generate interest in you.

Languages

List the languages you are proficient in. Depending on the type of job you are interested in, this could be very important to your employer.

Hobbies & Interests

List things that you love doing here, you might have a common interest or hobby with the recruiter. The recruiter might like the fact you have something in common with them.

My last piece of advice is to create a tailor made cover letter, in the cover letter give your recruiter a glimpse of your personality and also let them know why you think you are suited for the job.

In the cover letter you can go into more detail and express yourself a bit more. For the CV design, use something easy to read and simple, because the recruiter goes through many CVs. If you have a simple one, it boosts your chances of being chosen for an interview.






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Post-Matric Options

 

We helped you with past papers for your matric exams, so hopefully you are happy with your Matric results. So now you are faced with a lot of post-matric options that can shape your future paths. You might want to study law, teaching, or nursing. Of course studying is expensive so we have helpful advice about student loans, NSFAS bursaries, Fundi loans, ISFAP, and lots of other funding options.

These options range from pursuing higher education at universities , TVET Colleges or  private colleges, finding student accommodation, entering vocational training programs (like Learnerships and internships), joining the workforce, or even starting your own business. There are so many choices but we are here to help.

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