KONE: Tips for CV and cover letter writing
Regardless of the position you are applying for, you should have both a CV and a cover letter to present yourself to potential employers. With an attractive Cover Letter, you can differentiate yourself from all the other candidates. There are three important words: customize, customize and customize! Try to answer these questions in your Cover letter: “Why me? Why this company? Why this job?” Divide it into 3-4 paragraphs on 1 page: In the first one, grab the recruiter´s attention, in the second and the third paragraph, show your motivation and skills smartly. Leave the reader with the feeling that they want to know more about you. “Understanding yourself is as important as understanding the company and the position. Successful candidates are not always the best persons, but they must be the most suitable persons, and know how to add their unique values to the application.” - Jin Cao, CEMS Graduate, International Trainee in KONE France Your CV should give a quick overview of you as a candidate. Some key points to remember when writing your CV: Keep it simple, easy to read, well-organized and customized for the position you apply for. The absolute maximum length is 2 pages. Recruiters might only use 60 seconds to review your CV!
In the CV we recommend you to cover the following topics: // Education / Mention major and minor subjects / Remember exchange studies / Give an estimate of graduation date // Work Experience / List your relevant experiences from the last one to the oldest one and briefly describe your tasks / Summer jobs and internships might also be relevant // Language skills / Describe the level of your language skills (no need to divide into oral and written if not specifically asked) // IT and other skills
// Extracurricular activities / positions of trust // Hobbies, interests // References / Don´t forget to ask permission from the person you are using as a reference