The application process consists of several steps. The main thing is to draw up your application in a manner that arouses the curiosity of the employer you want to work for. You will know you have succeeded in this if you are among the 5 to 10 applicants who are usually nominated for a first interview.
Your complete application portfolio should contain the following paperwork:
The cover letter is your personal business card. It decides largely whether you will be invited for an interview. Therefore, you may only submit an error-free and cleanly written cover letter with your application documents. Address the letter to a specific contact person.
The main topics in your cover letter need to be:
What interests you about this position?
The company’s mission and how your own values align with them
Your current role and activities
Your skills, knowledge and professional experience
What unique talents would you bring to this position?
Your resume must answer the following questions: What do I want? What do I bring? Why am I qualified for the position? What skills learned in the past can be transferred?
Structure
Personal Data: Name, Address, Phone Number, Email, Date of Birth, Civil Status, Children (number, age), Place of Origin
Professional background and activities (beginning with your most recent)
Education
Further education
Language skills
Computer skills
Further skills
Listing of activities
If possible, first name of the institution or company, place, then function or type of activity
Use the terms describing your function and dates according to credentials
Further education should not be grouped chronologically but thematically.
References do not have to be mentioned in the resume.
Instead they should be supplied on request or brought to the interview. It is suggested that you provide three references. At least two of these should be people whom you have worked with and who can describe your job performance.
Reference letters from former employers (if you don't have reference letters, you can request them retrospectively).
Add copies of all diplomas, if necessary translated in the respective language.
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