A curriculum vitae (CV) is your first introduction to an employer — it often determines whether you are invited for an interview. Good news: a good CV is not an art, but a structure. Here is how to write one, plus a template to copy.
What a Good CV Must Contain
A good curriculum vitae is clear, concise (1 page) and tailored to the job you are applying for. Essential sections:
- Personal details: name, telephone, email (and optionally LinkedIn).
- Brief profile: 2–3 sentences about who you are and what you offer.
- Work experience: in reverse chronological order (most recent first).
- Education: programme, institution, period.
- Skills: computer skills, languages, other competencies.
Structure by Order
The most common and clearest format is chronological. For each experience, state: job title, employer, period and 1–3 key tasks or achievements. Omit anything that is not relevant to the specific job.
Template to Copy
Name Surname Telephone · email · location · LinkedIn
Profile Brief description (2–3 sentences): who you are, how much experience you have and what you are looking for.
Work Experience Job Title — Employer (month/year–month/year) • Key task or achievement • Key task or achievement
Education Programme, Institution (year–year)
Skills Computer skills · Languages · Other competencies
Most Common Mistakes
- CV too long — for most people one page is sufficient.
- Same CV for everything — always adapt key words from the job advert.
- Grammatical errors — always check before sending.
- Listing tasks without achievements — better to show results.
Tips if You Have No Work Experience Yet
No need to panic — highlight student work, work placement, project and coursework assignments, volunteering and acquired skills. Even one good work placement or project is worth mentioning. This is precisely why programmes with mandatory work placement are so useful — they give you your first references for your CV whilst still studying.
How Long Should a CV Be?
For most candidates one page; with extensive experience at most two.
Do I Need a Cover Letter Alongside My CV?
Often yes — a cover letter explains why you are right for that specific job and company.
Should I Add a Photograph to My CV?
Not mandatory; if you add one, it should be professional and neutral.
Do You Want Experience That Will Fill Your CV?
Programmes at Academia include mandatory work placement in companies — you gain your first references whilst still studying.
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Source: Academia (11. 6. 2026).
This English summary was produced automatically from the Slovenian article and is pending editorial review. Slovenska različica
