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Is it OK to send a CV instead of a resume?

By Zippia Team - Dec. 7, 2022

Unless your application specifies a CV, it is not OK to send a CV instead of a resume. This is assuming you are applying for a job in the United States. Most employers, hiring managers, and recruiters will be expecting a resume.

If they receive a CV there is a good chance they will ignore most of it, since they will not have the time to examine the extensive amount of information.

Is it OK to send a CV instead of a resume?

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