depends on what the company prefers. most MNC's will only entertain online resume.
if you have the hr contact, just give them a call and ask what they prefer.

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Added on August 9, 2009, 1:41 am

For cover letter what is my current position i use present and past tense for older things that might need to be mentioned.

however for CV, i dont think there is a right or wrong, its up to your preference, personally i prefer present tense. since its already being listed by year, so in that time period that is whats happening

This post has been edited by kaffra: Aug 9 2009, 01:41 AM

I hear that one should submit resume, cover letters or CV in Words format but I have a dilemma here.
Its because I am a young professional qualification holder & its grading system is very different than degree, which it is papers based.
Companies in UK or US recognised these problem but when I look at Malaysia companies its all about CGPA & education history.

Those can be easily formatted in words but my Prof Cert comes in respective papers with grading marks & sessions attemped attached.
So a tabling format is more convenient & systematic & there is no problem when I send hardcopies directly but certain org only accept online.

So my main enquiry is can I use Excel for the tabling format or I should stick with Word for safety. Damn long with words but only minutes in excel & way more systematic too but since everyone use words but they are degree holders so,...... please advice. Thank you.

not at all, in fact the preferred format for data transfer is pdf.

even if in the rare case word document is specified, you can embed your excel sheet in word, or just copy/create the table in word.

What is the right or deemed most suitable resume format for a fresh graduate? Please enlighten me.

Hi, ive just graduated w a 3rd class llb....if i'm applying for a management programme trainee in some companies, do i need to send a cover letter along w my resume? send by post or email better?

3rd Class? Better keep mum on your academic qualification. Furnish them with your curricular participations/achievements more. If you have none of these, I have nothing to say but wish you Good Luck.

Regards, Joey

p.s: Try to offset your setbacks with something else. That ought to do some workings on your CV.

May i know, usually when u complete resume, u "stapler" them or how? can any give advise?thx u

emmm useful stuff, since i ready to change job d thx

I am looking for intership for 3 months in diploma computer system.I list my kokurikular in my resume but i have no proof and certificate that i am a member. So, can i list the kokurikular in my resume ?

Yes. You may do so.

Regards, Joey

Hello and good day to everyone...

I have been pondering and searching about this matter for a veery long time.
How do you make a cover letter to send in a resume to a company if no vacancy has been advertised? This is assuming that you are initiating contact with an employer to inform them of your skills and availability, and to suggest that they consider you for any vacancies that arise.

I do hope someone could enlighten me on this matter. Thanks a lot for any feedback.

hi everyon...wanna ask are Resume & CV 2 different things??
from what i know resume is an American term where as CV is a British term..

previously i've sent the employer a letter attached with a CV..but then he request for resume..does that mean i have to prepare a resume (short & brief CV compared to the CV that i have prepared earlier)

correct me if i'm wrong.thanks!

What's the difference between a resume and a CV?

The primary differences are the length, the content and the purpose. A resume is a one or two page summary of your skills, experience and education. A goal of resume writing is to be brief and concise since, at best, the resume reader will spend a minute or so reviewing your qualifications.

A Curriculum Vitae, commonly referred to as CV, is a longer (two or more pages), more detailed synopsis. It includes a summary of your educational and academic backgrounds as well as teaching and research experience, publications, presentations, awards, honors, affiliations and other details.

Regards, Joey

p.s: Excerpt from about.com

This post has been edited by Joey Christensen: Oct 7 2009, 05:07 PM

is it neccessary to include reference/testimonial?
if i dont have any..how should i answer them in a better way if they ask/request for it..

i'm going to apply for my internship soon and i'll have to write resume & CV. i know we should try to 'sell' ourself the best we can to out future employer which means letting them know our specialities, accomplishments, etc.

but i have one problem here. i'm currently in my final and i'm just the normal and average type of students. my CGPA is 3.26 and i'm not active in uni's activities. for me, i think my result is just average. well, maybe the only thing that i can be a bit difference is i took japanese language class in uni and passed JLPT 4. that's it. so, my question is, how can i make my resume & CV looks good, can be convincing/confidence enough to get the attention of the future employer?

good thread..keep it up guys!!!...

This post has been edited by ltwkluv: Today, 12:40 PM

hi guys...i have been working for 3mths + and now intend to apply for O & G companies...i was wondering shud i state the 3mths + experience in my resume or jz say i m a fresh grad?...will the 3 mths + experience be an advantage or jz will ruin my chance for an interview??...somebody pls giv me sum advice,really confuse nw...btw i m currently working in a construction company as an electrical engineer...thank you...