Tips for Writing a CV
It is true that the format of a CV is what people remember, which is
why it is strongly recommended to be creative and to avoid traditional
formats.
Regardless of how you have decided to present yourself, whether through the European
CV format or another suitable template, keep several versions of
your CV in which you emphasise different skills and experience. Do not use the same
CV for every position you apply for.
Be concise
If possible, try to keep your CV short. Include summaries of your employment and education, without too much
detail. Use formal language (no jargon or abbreviations) and write
simply and clearly.
Do not exaggerate
You may be tempted to embellish your CV in the
educational qualifications or internship section - do not do it. Most
employers carry out checks, and they may also request a reference from a previous
employer, institutions or an educational establishment. If your CV does not
match your actual skills and experience, you will most likely be exposed at
some point - either you will be rejected as a candidate, or you will be fired
if you have already been hired.
Check for mistakes
Review your CV carefully. Is there enough
white space between the paragraphs? Is it overloaded with too much text?
Are there inconsistencies in the text formatting (bold, italics, spacing,
etc.)? And the overall impression your CV gives - does it look professional
or is it rather cluttered?
Prove that you are a serious candidate
Double-check your CV for spelling and
grammar mistakes. Then ask someone else to review it for you -
it is often difficult to spot our own mistakes.
Use the right CV format