How to write a CV - A guide before the first job application

Many young people apply to Yepstr with an initial desire to earn their own money. A will that soon turned into a dream of a career. Just by landing your first job via Yepstr, you have come a long way. Applying for a job requires a lot of energy. We recommend starting by writing a CV.At Yepstr, we have a level system, which will function as an extra carrot for young people. When you take on assignments or recruit a new user, you earn XP and soon start leveling up. At level 5 you can start taking company jobs, and at level 10 you have a CV filled with experience.Here you can read more about our levelsLanding your first job, via Yepstr or elsewhere, can feel like climbing an insurmountable mountain. But with the right tools, it is not quite as difficult. Adding a nice resume to your toolbox is a good first step.

How to write a good CV?

Structure

A CV is a compilation of experiences and knowledge that are relevant to the job and the employer in question. This list of experiences can be more static than a personal letter. But there is always value in reviewing your resume, and customizing it before each application.Your CV should not be longer than 1-2 pages long. The formatting must be clear and logical. No spiky fonts and strange distances.No experience putting on your resume? Here you will find youth jobs for those who want to work extra during high school

Personal information

At the top you place personal and contact information. It should be easy to get in touch with you. Bring first and last name, address, social security number, telephone number and email. You can also include a link to your profile on Linkedin or another website that you use for professional purposes.Choose an email address that gives a professional impression, and not one you created as a young person. If you have an email address that contains a nickname, or your favorite horse from childhood, it's probably time to get a new one.Opinions differ as to whether you should have a picture in your CV or not. One argument for having a picture is that you may remember an application better when you can link it to a person. If you choose to include an image, then make sure it becomes a serious image of just you. Ask a parent or friend to help.

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Studies

During studies, your education must be reported. What high school you went to, what you read and when you went there. You can also include other courses or educations. Maybe you have taken a summer course in leadership or been to coding camp.Start with the latest training and work your way back.

Work experience

Perhaps the most important part. What experience do you have that confirms that you can handle the job you are looking for. Starting again with the latest. Include the company name, your title, location, period and what your responsibilities were. Keep it short and sweet - don't forget your Yepstr missions!Everything does not have to be included. Choose the most important for the exact job you are looking for.Nothing to put on your resume? Get started with Yepstr in 2 minutes!

Other things to keep in mind when looking for extra work

Other important parts to include in your CV are of course language. Bring Swedish, English and other languages ​​you may know. You can also include a section for other knowledge. Maybe you learned photoshop in school, or have a keen eye for excel. This is a place for you to brag, but of course make sure you tell the truth - otherwise you have a lot of embarrassing conversations waiting.Add if you have a driver's license or if you have experience of non-profit work - any board you have sat on, or if you have been involved in some form of youth union or club. It shows diligence and commitment.

Before submitting the application

Make sure your resume is no more than 2 pages. Read through and make sure you have not made any spelling or careless mistakes. Read through again for safety. A spelling mistake is of course not the whole world, but unnecessary and contradictory if, for example, you have described yourself as accurate.Save your CV in a pdf, and name it your first and last name - so it's easy to find for others as well.Many companies request the application in English, so it can be good to have an updated, translated CV in stock. If you find it difficult to find the right word in English, you can take this one CV-guide to help.At this stage, it may be wise to contact your references and make them aware that you are looking for a job. Tell them about the service you want and ask if you can list them. That way, they are prepared when your future employer calls. References are worth their weight in gold, so make sure to create good relationships with the clients you meet via Yepstr - who knows, it may be through them that you land the dream job.