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How to write a resume in the Netherlands
Your resume gives the prospective employer the first impression on your skills, capacity, and potential. It is therefore extremely important to get it right. Particularly in times of economic turndown like today, your resume is the most valuable asset and selling point for you to enter the job market. And what about your motivation letter in the Netherlands? Does it reflect all your capabilities and experience? Cover letter in Holland
The cover letter is not necessarily an integral part of your job application in Holland. You can use the passage ‘Personal profile’ in your CV to reflect your experience and objectives.
If the companies requires a cover/ motivation letter it should refer to your present and future plans, showing your prospective employers what you want to do now and what you will do for them in the future.
A cover letter should contain:
- Brief self introduction
- Short description of education, skills and other relevant info
- Closing indicating your contact details
- Use key words!
How to write a Chronological CV / Resume
A chronological resume is general type of the CV that you upload to a jobboard or send to a recruitment agency as an introduction to your employment experience.
See examples of Chronological CV
See examples of Chronological CV
How to write a Functional CV / Resume
When applying for a specific vacancy we advice to use a functional CV especially if you think of switching careers. It is a resume which you create for the specific function.
More about Functional CV
More about Functional CV
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Have your CV/ Resume reviewed
Do you require help with creating a good CV? Together Abroad can re-write both your functional and chronological CV according to Dutch standards making them more appealing to employers. We can also provide you with translations of your original CV and motivation letter into Dutch.
The costs are € 49,- per CV excl. 21% VAT
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