International CVs : Brazil

If you are applying for a work placement in Brazil, keep your CV traditional -  don’t use borders, coloured or decorated paper, or photos. Take care to use good quality white or cream paper with Times New Roman font size 12 or Arial font size 10. You should include all the work experiences you have, [...]

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International CVs : Germany

In Germany, it is usual to send a CV with a photograph, a cover letter, and copies of references and educational certificates. Applications should only be sent by email if stated in the advertised position. It is worth sending speculative applications as these are often checked before publicising a job advertisement.  CV styles in Germany [...]

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International CVs : Italy

In Italy, using your contacts and knowing the right person is as important as having an excellent CV.  It is not essential to write a new CV for each job; you can just tailor your CV to the job requirements and delete any unnecessary information.  Your CV should ideally be divided into sections, highlighting the [...]

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International CVs : Netherlands

When applying for a placement in the Netherlands, your application should be sent to the person named in the advertisement, or the personnel department. If you wish to find out exactly to whom to send your application, it is acceptable to contact the company directly and ask. You should include the title and academic standing [...]

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International CVs : Peru

I saw a student in a Quick Query last week and he was applying for an ESL (English as a Second Language) job in Peru. The job application prodecure in Peru is surprising in its differences from the UK. In Peru, it is unusual to send a cover letter. When used, cover letters are sent [...]

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International CVs : Spain

In Spain, to answer job advertisements, you should always provide a CV (curriculum vitae) and a cover letter. If the job advert is in Spanish, reply in Spanish. If the advert is in English, reply in English. You should have copies of education certificates and reference letters ready for the recruiter – but only send [...]

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International CVs : France

In France, you are expected to promote yourself as the best and the most dynamic candidate for the job. Your CV and cover letter must be in excellent French, without any spelling or grammatical mistakes. I would recommend that your documents are read by several French people before you submit them, and send your applications to [...]

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