What are a good CV and job application like?
A good CV (Curriculum Vitae) or resume shows your previous education, work experience, competences and other skills quickly and clearly to the employer. Your CV should specify what kind of skills and experience you can bring to the workplace you are applying for. Describe your expertise as practically as possible and be concise.
A good job application, in turn, is clear, concise and interesting. It also meets the job description and its requirements. In your application, genuinely explain why you want to work in this particular job and company. Experience or knowledge alone are usually not enough, but employers look for the right kind of personality – so let yours come through! Tell them what sets you apart and why your personality would be a good fit for the job.
How to create a CV
Download instructions on creating a CV (pdf)
The file is also available in other languages:
CV instructions in Arabic (pdf)
CV instructions in Somali (pdf)
CV instructions in Russian (pdf)
The CV can also be made in video format.
Instructions on creating a video presentation (pdf)
CV and job application templates
Download and save the file to yourself. Open the file in a word processor and fill it in with your own data.
Simple CV, template 1 (docx, in Finnish)