Job searching in a new country: How should I adjust my CV?
Noa Ferber
Global Talent Attraction Manager @ PayPal | Proactive Talent Engagement | Sharing Personal Career Insights
When starting a job search in a new country, the most popular question is: ??How do I adjust my CV?
One of the "big " tasks you will need to tackle in your job search is writing your CV. It's important to understand that crafting a good CV is a continuous process that requires ongoing effort. You may need to tweak your CV multiple times, adjusting the format and wording each time as you gain more knowledge about the job market or apply for different positions (What I'm trying to say is this is not something you do in one go, so be patient ??).
Your first step is to Google/use Chatgpt to better understand the CV format used in the new country. Different countries have different formats and preferred structures. Download examples for CV formats and cover letters (if applicable). You can use other tools, like Canva , that offer "ready-made" templates you can work on.
Things to think about:??
1. How is the CV structured? Is there a personal summary? Where do you put your education paragraph? (first / last).
2. How are personal details presented? What details are usually mentioned? (name, email, full address, visa status)?
3. What date format is usually being used?
4. Are reference names mentioned?
5. How long should the CV be? ( one page/ two pages? more?)
?? Check out my other articles for more guidance and tips on CV writing and job search.
Great tips for anyone making that big move! What do you think is the most important element to highlight when adjusting a CV for a new country?
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5 个月Another aspect of job search in a new country is how to ?translate“ your education level - especially when it is not a straight-forward Bachelor or Masters degree. Always good to take advice from a local professional association or from people in the field to learn what helps potential employers understand your education in a local context.