The Difference Between Resume and Curriculum Vitae

Resume	Curriculum Vita
Resume means summarized	Curriculum vitae can be translated as “the course of my life”.
Resume is a document used by an applicant while applying for a particular job. Resume contains person's backgrounds and skills.	Curriculum Vita is a summary of applicant educational backgrounds, research experience, awards, presentations, publications, honors and affiliations.
Resume is generally one or two page documents typically A4 size or Letter-size.	There is no page size limit
Resume highlighting only most relevant qualifications and experiences for the desired jobs position.	Contains only a summary of the job seeker's employment history, qualifications, education, and some personal information.
A resume is a brief summary of your skills and experience in one or two pages.	A CV is more detailed and can be more two pages.
Resume is generally used for applying for business, governmental, industry, and non-profit organizations jobs.	CV is generally used for applying for  academic circles, medical careers, internships and public service positions.