Introduction

Curriculum Vitae (CV) are used by many people as a tool to promote and describe their academic, training and professional accomplishments when applying for a job, further study etc. As many different CV formats are available and used by people in various countries, the Europass CV has been developed so that there is a standard CV format people can use to detail their qualifications and skills in a straightforward and understandable manner.

The Europass CV can be completed in 26 different languages and other Europass documents can be attached to it.

 

The European CV step by step

Just follow the instructions:

Take their tips on-board: clarity, concision, presentation, spelling, education, strong points in your pathway, etc.

Then fill in the form remembering the tips you have been given.

There are several fields to fill in including personal information, professional experience; education and diplomas, language level; personal competences and skills (social, organisational, technical, computing, artistic skills); additional information if necessary.

Tip

You can adapt the CV format to your pathway by personalising it.

The format gives you the opportunity to highlight your personal competences and skills. Examples of CVs are available for you to consult.

Save your CV on your computer. You can then update it online.

A new Europass CV (template and online editor)

Improvements include: More user-friendly online interface with direct preview of the final document; New headings: Personal website, Instant messaging, Language certificate(s); Improved tutorials for better structured information: description of projects, conferences, publications, etc.; New graphical identity for better legibility of Europass CV generated: new font, use of colours, simplified headings, etc.