Graduate profile example
Recent Business Management graduate with placement experience in customer operations, strong Excel reporting skills, and a track record of improving team processes through clear documentation.
Graduate CV Template
A UK graduate CV template for first jobs and entry-level roles.
Build a graduate CV that turns education, projects, internships, part-time work, and transferable skills into a clear application story.
Designed for first jobs
Works for internships and placements
ATS-friendly graduate structure
Lead with potential and relevance
Graduate CVs should make the target role obvious and translate academic or project experience into useful workplace evidence.
- Write a focused profile
- Name your degree and key modules
- Show tools, projects, and outcomes
Use experience broadly
Internships, placements, societies, volunteering, part-time work, and coursework can all prove employability when framed well.
- Highlight teamwork and ownership
- Add measurable results
- Use action verbs
Keep it concise
A graduate CV should usually be one page unless you have substantial relevant placements, projects, or technical experience.
- Cut school details if degree is stronger
- Avoid long personal statements
- Tailor skills to the vacancy
Examples
Copy the structure, then tailor it to the role.
Project bullet example
Analysed customer survey data from 450 responses, built a dashboard in Excel, and presented three retention recommendations to a five-person project panel.
Part-time work bullet example
Handled 60+ customer queries per shift while balancing university deadlines, developing prioritisation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
FAQ
Quick answers for UK CVs.
What should a graduate CV include?
A graduate CV should include contact details, a short profile, education, relevant skills, projects, work experience, internships, volunteering, and achievements.
Should education go before experience on a graduate CV?
If your degree, modules, dissertation, or projects are stronger than your work history, place education before experience. If you have a strong placement, lead with experience.
Can a graduate CV be two pages?
Yes, but one page is often enough. Use two pages only if the extra content is relevant to the role and improves your application.
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