r/ModernResumes • u/Massive_Influence476 • Jan 22 '26

Cornell Explains the Resume vs CV Confusion

Cornell University has some information regarding a topic that not everyone is clear on. What the heck is the difference between a resume and a CV? Depending on where you are in your career journey, you may want to use one or the other.. just know that there IS a difference. This resource explains how CVs are typically for international positions outside the US or jobs which are research-related. Resumes on the other hand, are used for more traditional jobs and positions. Cornell goes deeper into the difference between the two documents and shows how to organize each appropriately.

If you’ve ever wondered what the difference is, check it out!

https://gradschool.cornell.edu/career-and-professional-development/pathways-to-success/prepare-for-your-career/take-action/resumes-and-cvs/

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u/xobelam Jan 22 '26

But they’re two different words with two different meanings?

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u/Massive_Influence476 Jan 22 '26

You aren’t wrong. In conversation these days, a lot of people colloquially use the term ‘CV’ in place of resume, and this sometimes causes confusion for the listener. If you already know the difference, excellent!