How to write a CV: practical tips and examples

A CV (curriculum vitae) is not just a formal document, but also a reflection of your professional identity. It is the first impression you make on an employer. If you want to get their attention, your CV needs to be clear, specific and visually organised. In this article, we give you practical tips on how to write your CV and improve your chances of getting the job you want.

1. Contact information

This section should be clear and visible at the top of the document. Include:

• Name and surname
• Professional email address
• Phone
• Place of residence (urban is sufficient)
• LinkedIn profile link (if available)

📌 Don't forget: check your contact information for errors.

2. Professional experience

Employers want to see what you pay and where you apply it. Use reverse chronological order:

• Company name
• Responsibilities
• Period
• Responsibilities and key achievements

If you don't have work experience, please include internships, volunteering, school projects.

3. Education

Please provide:

• Name of the educational establishment
• Specialty completed
• Year of study
• Additional training, courses or certificates

🎓 Tai svarbi dalis ypač tiems, kurie dar neturi daug darbo patirties.

4. Skills

Divide into two categories:

• Technical skills: MS Office, Adobe, languages, accounting applications
• Soft skills: communication, responsibility, quick learning, teamwork

5. Hobbies and extra activities

This part helps to reveal your personality. You can include:

• Team sports (cooperation skills)
• Travel (cultural curiosity)
• Volunteering (responsibility, initiative)

6. How to write a CV if you have no work experience?

If you are a pupil or student:

• Emphasise education
• Describe your projects or volunteering activities
• Give your motivation and goal - what you want to achieve
• Mention language skills and technological skills

7. Common CV mistakes

❌ Bendrinės frazės („esu motyvuotas“)
❌ Spausdinimo klaidos
❌ Nepritaikytas CV konkrečiai pozicijai
❌ Nepateikta kontaktinė informacija

8. Tips for the end

• CV length: 1-2 pages
• Save in PDF format
• Tailor to each job posting
• Use keywords from the ad text

For more tips, see For Job Seekers.

We also recommend you to visit European CV Portal.