What to Highlight in Your CV
When you’re building your CV, think about what will make it jump out to a recruiter. At Arm, we want to see your passion for technology! Highlight any coursework, projects, or programming languages that align with the role you’re applying for. Showing that you have hands-on experience and a drive to innovate is key.
But it’s not just about tech skills—your soft skills matter too. Communication, teamwork, and problem-solving are just as important to us. And don’t forget to align your CV with Arm’s Core Beliefs: Do Great Things, We Not I, and Be Your Brilliant Self. These are the qualities that drive success here and showcasing them will make you a stronger candidate.
Showcase Your Key Experience
Your CV is your chance to showcase the great things you’ve done. Dive into your projects and coursework, and focus on the impact you made. What did you achieve? What did you learn? Be sure to include skills relevant to the job you're applying for, so it’s clear you're ready to hit the ground running.
Have you been part of a society, club, or taken on a part-time role? Bring it up! Demonstrating teamwork, leadership, problem-solving, and time management in these contexts strengthens your personal brand and shows you're the full package.
Nail Your CV Structure
A recruiter’s time is limited, so your CV needs to be clear, concise, and well-structured. Aim for one page with a clean layout, headings, and bullet points that make it easy to read. Including certifications that showcase continuous learning is a huge bonus.
Before you send it off, proofread! Spelling mistakes or formatting issues can hurt your chances, so triple-check that everything is polished and professional. Most importantly, be honest—don’t just write what you think recruiters want to hear. Talk about your challenges and how you’ve overcome them. Showing that you’re always learning and growing will make you stand out as a candidate with potential.
Highlight Your Skills Sets
Hard Skills: Don’t hold back here! List any programming languages, technical skills, or industry-specific experience relevant to the role. Make sure you demonstrate how these skills have positively impacted your work or projects, using action-oriented verbs and concise bullet points.
Soft Skills: Your personality and how you work with others are just as valuable. Whether it’s teamwork, problem-solving, communication, or multitasking, these are qualities that make you a well-rounded candidate. Show how these skills have added value in your previous roles, and you’ll leave a lasting impression.
By following these tips from Arm’s recruiters, you’ll be better equipped to showcase your skills, experience, and potential—and get one step closer to landing that dream role!