Tips for CVs and cover letters
Learn what you should include in your CV and cover letter.
CV and cover letter structure
- Parts of a CV
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A detailed guide explaining how to create a CV that fits the job you are applying for.
- Parts of a cover letter
Learn how to write a cover letter that highlights your skills and experiences that match the job advertisement.
Examples of CVs and cover letters (Swedish)
- Example 1 (.pdf)
Pdf, 76 kB, opens in new window. – Anna Andersson, Civil Engineering
A basic CV with a standard layout. - Example 2 (.pdf)
Pdf, 81.1 kB, opens in new window. – Sara Friman, Economics program
Notice how this student collected several of the same jobs in one post. - Example 3 (.pdf)
Pdf, 86 kB, opens in new window. – Heidi Petterson, Law
This student is studying law and is applying for a legal position at the County Administrative Board.
Examples of CVs and cover letters (English)
- Example 4 (.pdf)
Pdf, 93.6 kB, opens in new window. – Andreas Dahlin, Natural Resources Engineering
Notice how this student has marketed his exchange studies. - Example 5 (.pdf)
Pdf, 115 kB, opens in new window. – Michael Green, Industrial Design Engineering
This student ideally worked as a trainer and swim coach. See how he describes it. - Example 6 (.pdf)
Pdf, 121.9 kB, opens in new window. – Daniel Andersson, Industrial Engineering and Management
Since this student only had Microsoft Office as IT skills, he simply included "Skills" as a heading. - Example 7 (.pdf)
Pdf, 951.2 kB, opens in new window. – Thesis Project Application
This example shows how two people can write an application together for a thesis project.
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