Chronological CV
A chronological resume is a general CV that you upload on jobboards or send to recruitment agencies as an introduction to your career past. Below you'll find how the chronological CV is built up in Holland. If you are applying for a specific vacancy, it is reasonable to prepare a 'functional' CV.
Personal information
Obligatory information:
» Full name
» Contact details (it is advisable to mention your Skype address, add your Linkedin profile)
» Date of birth
» Nationality
Additional information:
» Photo/ short video
» Work permit
» BSN number
» Marital status
» Driving licence
Personal profile
Give a short description of who you are, mention your goal and your skills.
Present this information by preference in bullets:
» Pro-active
» Flexible
» Organized
» Eyes for details
» Team player
Education
Mention in chronological order starting from the last / highest education
» University
» Courses (mention only the relevant courses and certificates)
Example:
Jan. 2001 – Aug 2009
Name of the University: Leiden Uinversity, The Netherlands
Major: Information Technology
Diploma: BA of Science
Work experience
Mention the dates, branche, name of the function and all the responsibilities which you had to perform.
Use bullet teksts.
Explain all the gaps between the jobs within your resume.
Languages
» German advanced
» Dutch beginner
Computer skills
Mention all the programs you have worked with.
Example:
» MS Word
» Excel
» Powerpoint
» Visio
» SAP
» Photoshop.
Hobby
In Dutch work culture it is very iportant that you fit in the team. Recruiters wanto know who you are, what your interests are, if you are the right person to complement a succesful team.
Hobbies are often more inportant than your achievments
