How to create a CV: Part Two: Education and Work Experience Two key sections of your CV are your education and work experience. If you don't get these right then your CV will go in the bin immediately. This article will help you to write these sections and sell yourself effectively. General rules: A CV should not contain details about everything you have ever done. Think about what is relevant for THIS job. For example, if you have many degrees and postgraduate qualifications and the job for which you are applying is very senior, there is no need to include details of your O Levels or GCSEs. When writing your employment history only include jobs that will be relevant, either in terms of skills, knowledge or experience to the job your are currently applying for. Do not have large gaps in your employment history. If there are months or years where you were without a job then make the reason clear on your CV. No need to go into detail about your circumstances; interviewers will question you about this further if necessary. List both education and employment achievements with the most recent first. This is because your recent attainments are likely to be more relevant and you will impress the employer more by doing this. Try not to write long sections of prose. Stick to bullet points. Interviewers will ask you to elaborate; you don't have to say everything on your CV. Education: List your qualifications in order of the