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Activity
Description
This interactive workshop helps participants build clear, compelling CVs for job applications in their new country. Designed to demystify local job-seeking norms, the session includes live demonstrations, peer review, and 1:1 feedback.
It emphasizes transferable skills, volunteer roles, and non-linear career paths often present in migrant experiences.
Objectives
• Introduce local CV and cover letter formats, including the Europass tool
• Build participants’ confidence in presenting their experience and motivation
• Help identify transferable skills from diverse contexts (e.g., informal work, volunteering)
• Provide practical tips on tailoring applications to different roles
Worked skills
• Writing for impact
• Self-assessment and personal branding
• Navigating digital tools (Europass, word processors)
• Peer feedback
• Cultural awareness of professional norms
Prerequisites for the audience
• Optional: bring a draft CV or summary of previous work/volunteer/education experience
• Motivation to apply for work, internships, or further training
Equipment
• Computers or tablets with internet access (or allow participants to bring their own)
• Pens, highlighters, note paper
Content used
• Printed CV/cover letter templates and examples
• Europass CV builder: https://europass.europa.eu/en
• Example CVs and cover letters for different fields
• Vocabulary and sentence starters for describing experience
• Optional: list of local job search platforms