We have a new publication available in our careers library, ‘Live and work in France’. This book gives useful information such as finding suitable employment, the skills and trades most in demand, and there is even a section on starting your own business.
Did you know that French employers use graphology to analyse candidates’ handwriting? Employers will accept printed CVs however the letter of application should appear personalised. You can bring these into the UCL Careers Service and a careers adviser can check these documents for you – just book a Quick Query session.
If you wish to work as an English Assistant in a French school, you do not need to speak French fluently as it is your ability to speak and teach English that is in demand. This is one of the easiest ways to fast track your way to a job in France as long as you are under 29 and have completed a minor or major in French.
‘Live and work in France’ has plenty of detailed contacts for employment agencies (including online resources) however it is not aimed specifically at gap year students. It is only available to read in the careers library information room and is well worth a good browse, giving you a detailed understanding of the French culture and the opportunities available.
We have free copies of the Vault Guide to the top French employers (2009 edition) in the careers library. You can find these in the Study Abroad section. This publication contains insider information on employers in sectors ranging from banking to law, fashion and engineering. You’ll find a current overview of the French market, detailed profiles on the top French employers, and tips on the hiring process.
In 2010, is it necessary to include a handwritten cover letter, or just when requested? and what about on online postings – typed and signed, then scanned? or just typed.
Finally, I think I found the right Leave a Comment, the headers are equally spaced between articles, so one must read carefully to determine which article the header belongs to.
It is recommended a formal cover letter is sent and that it is hand written. Online applications are becoming more popular but they may also ask for a hand written letter later on in the recruitment process. Via email, you can (1) include your letter as an attachment, or (2) copy your letter into the body text of your email, or (3) write your reason for applying in the body text of your email and send your cover letter as an attachment. Via an application process on a website, you can (1) copy and paste your cover letter into the application form or (2) attach your cover letter as a separate document.