CV Format Tips for Job Applications in Germany

Speaker: Jack (George) Company: Final Job, Berlin, Germany

Introduction

• Topic: Crucial insights into CV format for job applications in Germany.
• Objective: Help improve your CV to increase call-backs.

General CV Format

• Misconception: One standard "German CV format" does not exist.
• Advice: Google "German CV template" and select a suitable one.

Importance of Design

• Design: It's like a personal business card or portrait.
• Europass CV: Not recommended as it is too standardized and lacks personal branding.
• Tip: Use pre-designed templates that reflect your personality.

Key Format Principles

• Length: Do not exceed two pages.
• Margins: Maintain 2 cm margins.
• Alignment: Use tab or rulers in Word/Google Docs, not space bar.

Common CV Sections

1. Personal Details
2. Work Experience
3. Tech Stack
4. Education
5. Skills (including language skills)
6. Interests

• Note: Do not include an introductory paragraph at the top.

Focus Areas

• Work Experience Section: Most critical part of your CV.
  • Order: Start with the most recent job.
  • Details: Include company name, dates, location, employment status (full-time/remote/freelance).
  • Growth: Indicate multiple roles in the same company.
  • Bullet Points: Describe activities and technologies used in each project.

Technologies Mentioned

• Example: AWS, Kubernetes, Docker, Python, Jenkins.

Importance of Spelling and Grammar

• Tip: Use tools like Grammarly or have a friend proofread.
• Reason: Germans are critical of spelling mistakes; errors imply risk.

Conclusion

• Next Steps: Watch video training and book a get-to-know call if interested.
• Target Audience: Tech and IT professionals (e.g., cloud, DevOps, data engineering, software development).

Final Note: More content on CV design will follow; focus on getting you a job, not just improving your CV.