Sample CV Text

Personal Details

Name: Maria Lopez
Email: maria.lopez@example.com
Phone: +1 555 123 4567
Location: San Diego, CA, USA

Objective

I am a motivated high school graduate looking for an entry-level position where I can use my strong communication skills and love of teamwork. I enjoy learning new tasks quickly and contributing positively to a busy work environment.

Education

2019 – 2023 San Diego High School, San Diego, CA
• Graduated with Honors (GPA: 3.8)
• Member of the Student Council and the English Club

Work Experience

June 2022 – August 2022 Cafe Assistant, Sunrise Coffee Shop
• Took customer orders and served food and drinks
• Handled cash register and processed payments
• Cleaned tables and restocked supplies

Internship

March 2023 – May 2023 Editorial Intern, Young Writers Magazine
• Edited articles and wrote short book reviews
• Assisted the senior editor in preparing the monthly newsletter

Skills

• Fluent in English and Spanish
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Basic photo editing with Canva

Hobbies and Interests

• Reading contemporary novels
• Volunteering at animal shelters
• Playing guitar in a school band
• Photography during weekend hikes

Reading Comprehension Worksheet

Read the Sample CV Text and underline any unfamiliar words. Then answer the questions below:

1. What is Maria Lopez’s objective in the CV?

1. In which years did Maria attend high school?

1. Name two activities or clubs Maria was involved in during her education.

1. List three skills mentioned in Maria’s CV.

1. Vocabulary: In your own words, explain what an “Intern” is.

1. True or False? Maria worked as a Cafe Assistant before her internship.

True ____ False ____

1. What hobbies and interests does Maria list? Provide at least two.

CV Presentation Audio Script

Hello, my name is Alex Johnson. I would like to share my CV with you.

Education
I graduated cum laude from Maplewood University in 2022 with a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing. During my studies, I was a volunteer social media coordinator for the Student Union.

Work Experience
After graduation, I worked for eighteen months as a Marketing Assistant at Bright Media. In this role, I created weekly newsletters, managed social media posts, and helped plan promotional events.

Skills
I have strong written and verbal communication skills. I am proficient in Microsoft Office, comfortable using Adobe Photoshop, and have basic HTML knowledge.

Interests
In my free time, I volunteer at a local animal shelter and enjoy landscape photography and hiking.

Thank you for listening to my CV presentation.

Listening Comprehension Worksheet

Listen to the CV Presentation Audio Script and answer the questions below:

1. Who is the speaker of the CV presentation?

1. Where did Alex graduate from and in what year?

1. What volunteer role did Alex have during university?

1. What was Alex’s first job after graduation, and what were two tasks they performed?

1. List three skills Alex mentions in the audio script.

1. What are two of Alex’s interests in their free time?

1. Vocabulary: In your own words, explain what “cum laude” means.

1. True or False? Alex has advanced HTML skills.

True ____ False ____

CV Video Script Template

Use this template to draft your CV video script. Complete each section with clear, concise sentences.

1. Greeting & Introduction
   Hello, my name is ________________________________.
   I am from ________________________________.
   I am excited to share my CV with you today.
   
   
   
   
2. Personal Summary
   Briefly describe who you are and your main strengths (1–2 sentences).

__________________________________________________________________________

1. Education
   School/University: ________________________________
   Field of Study / Major: ________________________________
   Years attended: ________________________________
   Key achievement or project: ________________________________
   __________________________________________________________________________
   
   
   
   
   
   
2. Work Experience / Internship
   Position & Company: ________________________________
   Dates (e.g., June 2022 – August 2022): ________________________________
   • Main responsibility 1: ________________________________
   • Main responsibility 2: ________________________________
   __________________________________________________________________________
   
   
   
   
   
   
3. Skills
   List 3–4 skills relevant to your CV (e.g., technical, language, interpersonal).

4. ---

5. ---

6. ---

7. ________________________________
   
   
   
   
8. Closing & Thank You
   Summarize why you are a strong candidate and thank the listener.

Thank you for listening to my CV presentation.

Peer Feedback Form

Please read your partner’s CV video script and provide constructive feedback in the areas below. Be clear, specific, and respectful.

1. Content Clarity: Is the information easy to understand? Are the main points clear?

Comments:

1. Structure & Organization: Is the script well-organized? Do the sections flow logically?

Comments:

1. Language & Accuracy: Note any grammar, vocabulary, or pronunciation issues.

Comments:

1. Positive Comment: What is one strong aspect of the script?

1. Suggestion for Improvement: Offer one specific suggestion to make the script better.

Reviewer Name: ____________________ Date: ____________

Reflection Cool-Down

Take a few minutes to think back on today’s lesson. Write brief responses to the prompts below.

1. What is the most important thing you learned today about creating and presenting a CV video script?

1. Which part of drafting your script did you find easiest, and which part was most challenging? Why?

1. What specific feedback did you receive from your peer that you will use to improve your script?

1. What is one goal you have for preparing your CV video before the next lesson?

1. Describe one thing you will do at home to practice and refine your script (e.g., rehearse, record yourself, check pronunciation).