Sample Resume for ELICOS Applicants

Thursday 13 February 2025
John Doe, an Indian national, seeks enrollment in an ELICOS program in Australia to enhance his English proficiency. His resume details his educational background, work experience, language skills, and extracurricular activities, highlighting his achievements and aspirations for academic and professional growth.

Sample Resume – ELICOS Applicant

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John Doe

123 George Street, Sydney, NSW 2000
Phone: +61 400 123 456 | Email: johndoe@email.com
Date of Birth: 15/04/2004
Nationality: Indian | Passport Number: X12345678


Objective

To enroll in an English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS) program in Australia to improve my English proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. My goal is to achieve fluency for academic and professional purposes, enabling me to pursue further studies or career opportunities in an English-speaking environment.


Education Background

Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSC)

St. Xavier’s Senior Secondary School, New Delhi, India
Dates Attended: 01/03/2022 – 15/03/2024

  • Subjects: English, Mathematics, Business Studies, Economics, Accounting
  • Achievements:
    • Scored 85% in final board examinations
    • Certificate of Excellence in English Language & Communication

Secondary School Certificate (SSC)

St. Xavier’s Senior Secondary School, New Delhi, India
Dates Attended: 01/03/2020 – 15/03/2022

  • Subjects: English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Computer Science
  • Achievements:
    • Ranked Top 10% in final exams
    • Secured Distinction in English and Mathematics

Work Experience (If Applicable)

Customer Service Assistant (Part-Time)

ABC Retail, New Delhi, India
Dates: 01/06/2023 – 31/12/2023

  • Assisted international customers, requiring English communication.
  • Handled customer queries and resolved complaints professionally.
  • Developed strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

Freelance English Tutor (Part-Time)

Self-Employed, New Delhi, India
Dates: 10/01/2022 – Present

  • Provided English tutoring to school students preparing for exams.
  • Assisted learners in improving pronunciation, reading, and writing skills.

English Language Proficiency

IELTS Academic Training

Test Report Form Number: 123456789
Test Date: 10/10/2023

  • Listening: 6.5
  • Reading: 6.0
  • Writing: 6.0
  • Speaking: 6.5
  • Overall Band Score: 6.0
    (Goal: Improve to IELTS 6.5+ through the ELICOS program.)

Skills

  • Strong English communication and comprehension
  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) proficiency
  • Basic knowledge of business studies and marketing
  • Strong problem-solving and teamwork abilities

Extracurricular Activities

  • Member of the School Debate Team
  • Participated in Inter-School English Speech Competitions
  • Volunteered at a local NGO to teach English to underprivileged students

Additional Information

References

  1. Ms. Sarah Johnson
    Principal, St. Xavier’s Senior Secondary School
    New Delhi, India
    Phone: +91 98765 43210
    Email: sarah.johnson@stxaviers.edu.in

  2. Mr. Anil Mehta
    English Teacher, St. Xavier’s Senior Secondary School
    New Delhi, India
    Phone: +91 87654 32109
    Email: anil.mehta@stxaviers.edu.in


Personal & Family Information

  • Father’s Name: Richard Doe
    • Occupation: Business Owner
  • Mother’s Name: Jane Doe
    • Occupation: Teacher
  • Siblings:
    • Alice Doe (Born: 15/04/2014) – Currently in Year 5

Countries Visited

  • Singapore (12/06/2018 – 20/06/2018): Family vacation
  • United Arab Emirates (05/12/2019 – 15/12/2019): Cultural trip
  • Australia (01/07/2022 – 30/07/2022): Short-term study program

Visa & Compliance History

  • Visa Holding History: Held an Australian visitor visa (01/07/2022 – 30/07/2022)
  • Visa Refusals: None
  • Compliance: No visa issues or overstays

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