Writing my Curriculum Vitae and my Cover Letter

Writing my Curriculum Vitae and my Cover Letter

What is a CV? ď ľ

A CV is a written description of your work experience, education background and experience.

A CV format should include: 1. contact information name address telephone mobile phone e-mail 2. personal information date of birth place of birth citizenship visa status (if you apply for a job abroad) sex 3

3. optional personal information:

4. employment history: position details and dates (in chronological order) work history 5. education high school graduate school 6. professional qualifications certificates computer skills 7. languages 8. references 9. interests & hobbies 4

RESUMÉ American style ___________________________________________________ Jennifer Roberts Married 1320 Forest Drive No children 1 Palo Alto, CA94309 tel: (650) 498-129 email: jlroberts@mailbox.com _____________________________________________________________________ Objective To obtain a position as a German-English translator with a firm in the Bay Area.

Education_____________________________________________________________ 1996-98 Master of Arts in Translation, Stanford University 1990-94 Bachelor of Arts (cum laude*) Major: German; Minor: Russian, Georgetown University 2 ________________________ *at the third level of the three highest levels of achievement that students can reach when they finish their studies at college

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Experience___________________________________________________ 1998-present 3 1996-98 1994-96 Germany

Freelance technical translator, German-English mostly for hi-tech industries in California Teaching Assistant (German), Stanford University English Teacher, Cambridge Institute, Heidelberg,

Languages

Fluent German and Russian

Personal Interests sailing, cooking and entertaining friends. ____________________________________________________________________ Reference 4 Dr. M. Rosen, Chair, Department of Modern Languages, Stanford University, Palo Alto, CA94305

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Personal details Date of birth: 30th April 1992 Education and qualifications 2010-2011 Boromarajonani College of Nursing, Bangkok (Thailand). Diploma in Nursing Work experience 2011-2012 nurse at Bumrungrad International Hospital, Bangkok

Skills Languages: Thai (fluent); English (elementary).

UK driving license Interests I enjoy football and played for the women’s team at school.

References Mr Mark Hargreaves, ESOL lecturer, Beechen College mhargreaves@beechen.ac.uk

Things that you have to DO in your CV 

No more than two pages.

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Say the truth!

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Focus on achievements and results.

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Check spelling and Word choice.

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Pay attention to the organization.

Things that you DON`T have to do in your CV 

Use capital letters

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Do not use different fonts, try to use Arial or Times News Roman.

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Focus on specific points.

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Use relevant information.

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Avoid the use of “I” or “my”

How To Write A Cover Letter - Rules 

Give enough information to interest the reader, don’t overwhelm.

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Research the company. Address the letter to a specific person.

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Answer an ad if you have 50% of the skills or that the ad requires.

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Mention the person who referred you if appropriate.

background

How To Write A Cover Letter - Contents 

Your address, city, state, zip, and telephone number.

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Date

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Name, title, company, address, city, state, and zip of person you’re writing to.

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Greeting, followed by a colon.

How To Write A Cover Letter - Contents 

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Paragraph 1: 

What you want.

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How you know about the organization.

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Mention enclosure of your resume.

Paragraph 2: 

Concise overview of work history and skills that will help you perform the job.

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Paragraph 3: 

State confidence in your ability.

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Give information on how you can be contacted.

How To Write A Cover Letter - Contents 

Paragraph 4: 

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Express appreciation

Closing, signature, and typed name

PARAGRAPH 1 I am writing ...

- explain which job you are applying for and how/where you heard about it other useful phrases:

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I noted with interest your advertisement for a .... in today’s edition of ...

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I am writing in response to your advertisement in ... for the position of ...

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I would like to apply for the vacancy advertised in ...

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I am interested in applying for the post of ...

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With reference to your advertisement in ...

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As you will see from my CV ...

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I have enclosed a copy of my CV, from which you will see ...

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Please find enclosed a copy of my CV.

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PARAGRAPH 2 Since graduating ...

- briefly describe your most relevant qualifications and/or experience other useful phrases: •I am currently studying …. at …

•After graduating from …, I …

•Since leaving university, I have …

•On leaving school, I …

•Having gained a degree, I …

•While I was working at …

•During my employment at …

•I am currently employed at …

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PARAGRAPH 3 I would welcome ...

- explain why you want the job and why you think you would be good at it other useful phrases: •This post interests me because …

•I would welcome the chance to gain more experience of …

•I would be greatful for the opportunity to improve my … skills.

•I have extensive experience of …

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PARAGRAPH 4 I am avaliable ...

- say how you can be contacted and/or when you are available for the interview other useful phrases: •If •I

you consider that my experience and qualifications are suitable … am available for interview any afternoon and would be pleased to discuss

the post in person.

•I

will be available for interview from … to …

•I

can arrange to attend an interview whenever convenient for you.

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A CROATIAN COVER LETTER

Tijardovićeva 17 10110 Zagreb (01) 3881 477 hrvoje.horvatic@fer.hr April 22, 2010 SIEMENS d.d.

Human Resources Heinzlova 70 a 10000 Zagreb

Dear Sir, I would like to apply for the post of Development Engineer, as advertised in the 20 April issue of Electronics Today. I enclose my CV with the name of one

I am now looking for a permanent position in a dynamic, interesting and challenging working place which would give me an opportunity to fully realize my interests and qualities and to continue my education. I am confident that with my relevant qualifications, knowledge of English and German, as well as my personal qualities, I will be able to satisfy all your requirements.

Please find attached a copy of my CV and reference. Hoping that you would take my application under serious consideration, I remain, Yours faithfully, Hrvoje Horvatić Hrvoje Horvatić

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A COVER LETTER your address: 32 Green Road K-10004 Freetown March 2, 2011 the person in charge: Mr Frank Peterson, Personnel Manager Jeans and Co. 254 Main Streeet Seattle, WA 98502 Dear Mr. Trimm 22

I am writing to you in response to your advertisement for a local branch

My current position managing the local branch of a national shoe retailer has provided the opportunity to work in a high-pressure, team environment, where it is essential to be able to work closely with my colleagues in order to meet deadlines.

In addition to my responsibilities as manager, I also developed time management tools for staff using Access and Excel from Microsoft’s Office Suite.

Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to the opportunity to personally discuss why I am particularly suited to this position. Please telephone me at (360) 352-0259 after 4.00 p.m. to suggest a time that we may meet.

I can also be reached by email.

Sincerely, Peter Smith Peter Smith Enclosure 23