This is an example of a good standard CV (also called a competency-based CV) for a student studying computer science.
John Smith
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Home Address: Tel. (020) 351 4039 |
Term Address: Nakuru, Nakuru city Rift CountyDate of Birth: 5. 11. 1986 Nationality: kenyan |
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Egerton University (Hons.) Computer Science 2005 – 2008
Subjects include:
Software Engineering, Compiling Techniques, Computer Networks and Communications, Digital Systems, Operating Systems and Robotics.
I obtained 62% in my 2nd year exams equivalent to a 2:1
Nakuru Community College 2003 – 2006
‘A’ Levels: Mathematics B, Physics C, Chemistry D.
St. John’s Boys School, Nyeri. 1998 – 2003
8 GCSEs including Mathematics, English and French.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Tourist Information Office, KisumuĀ 2006
Mombasa City CouncilĀ 2004
Simple Simon’s Public House, Kisii. Sept. 2006 – present
Part-time barwork throughout the year serving customers and cashing up.
ACTIVITIES AND INTERESTS
- Secretary of the Japanese Society, involved booking speakers.
- Helped to organise a charity fun run for Rag Week
- Have fundraised for the World Land Trust who buy and save endangered rainforests.
- I enjoy running and play for the University football team.
- Other interests include current affairs and reading sci-fi novels.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Computing Skills: Knowledge of Linux and Windows XP/Vista. Programming skills in Java, Haskell and Modula 3. Good knowledge of SQL and RDBMS.
- Good level of spoken French.
- Full, clean driving licence.
REFEREES : I am happy to supply these on request.

