GLOBAL RESUMES & COVER LETTERS

NETHERLANDS

Resume Guidelines

Personal Information (Include):

1. Marital Status
2. Nationality

Education:

1. List starting and ending dates
2. List practical training, student internships, including assignments

Professional Experience:

1. Specify if full or part time employment

Special Skills (include):

1. Language Skills
2. Computer Skills

Interests/Hobbies: Briefly mention

Format: Educational info first, then professional experience in chronological order; end resume with personal details and references

Length: No longer than two to three pages

Cover Letter Guidelines

1. Position you’re applying for and why
2. Skills, experience, abilities that will be valuable to targeted company

Length and Format: No more than one page; A4 page setup rather than 8 ½” x 11”