Begin the CV with a heading that lists your name, address, email address and telephone number, similar to how you would begin a resume. Your contact information is the most important aspect of your CV because without it, the employer won't be able to call you.
Create a heading that says "Education." Because the CV is an academic resume, your educational experience typically comes first. List your most current university and work backward. Study abroad opportunities and schools you only attended for a few course credits should also be listed so the employer has a thorough picture of your educational background.
Type a "Job Experience" heading if you have relevant job experience in the field. If you do not, omit this section because unlike a resume, the employer doesn't care about your summer job working at a fast food establishment, for example.
Continue by typing "Research and Publications." A professional CV will typically split these sections, but because you are a student you probably do not have enough research or publication experience to flesh out two separate sections.
Type an "Honors and Awards" section and list any awards, scholarships or fellowships that you have earned, starting with your most recent and working backwards. List the purpose for each award so the employer knows why you received it.
Create a "Volunteer and Extracurricular Experience" heading and list all of your volunteer and extracurricular offices or experiences, starting with the most recent. Explain any experiences that are not self-evident.
Type a "References" heading. Unlike a resume, professional references aren't optional on a CV because the caliber of the names on your references make a difference in their hiring decision. List at least two professors that know you and have consented to appear on your CV as references.