Resume & CV builder for Australia
In Australia the document is called a Résumé / CV (the terms are used interchangeably). Recommended length: 2–4 pages is common for experienced professionals — many employers recommend no more than 3, so check the ad. Below are the conventions that decide whether your application looks local and professional — or foreign and risky. Then build yours free, with Australia pre-selected.
Build my Australia resume — freeWhat to include for Australia
- Name, suburb/city, phone, email
- Career profile, skills, and detailed achievements
- Work rights/visa status — employers ask early
- Referees are commonly listed (2) or provided on request — but some employers, including government agencies, capture referees in the application form instead, so follow the ad
What to leave out
- Date of birth, marital status, tax file number
- Photo and full street address
Photo, language & spelling
Photo: Do not include a photo.
Spelling: Australian English (organised, specialise).
Documents employers commonly request
- Cover letter (expected with most applications)
- For government roles: a separate written response to the selection criteria or a pitch is often requested — check the ad
Local insight
Government and public-sector roles require addressing 'key selection criteria' point by point — a strong cover letter alone is not enough.
Sources
Conventions vary by employer, sector and role — always check the job ad's own instructions first.
- Australian Government (PM&C) — Your application — Resume of no more than 3 pages; do not include age, gender, marital status or other personal information; referees are often captured in the application form; a separate written application is often requested
- UC Berkeley Global Internships — Sydney resume guidelines — Do not include a photo, age/date of birth or relationship status; references available on request