The Curriculum Vitae a.k.a. der Lebenslauf a.k.a Resumé
Creating a standout resumé (or curriculum vitae) for the German job market requires an understanding of local expectations and conventions. Here are key ingredients that should be included: Personal Information (Persönliche Angaben): Unlike resumés in some countries, German resumés typically begin with personal information such as your full name, address, phone number, email, date and place of birth, and marital status. Including a professional photo at the top is also customary. Professional Experience (Berufserfahrung): List your work history in reverse chronological order. Highlight your achievements and responsibilities with quantifiable results when possible. Education (Bildungsweg/Ausbildung): Again, in reverse chronological order, include your educational background with degrees, certifications, and relevant courses, along with the institutions and dates of attendance. Skills (Kenntnisse und Fähigkeiten): Clearly outline your language skills (Sprachkenntnisse), IT and software s...