{"id":2145,"date":"2025-02-25T17:42:12","date_gmt":"2025-02-25T16:42:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/habacus.com\/?p=2145"},"modified":"2025-04-24T11:13:32","modified_gmt":"2025-04-24T09:13:32","slug":"how-to-write-a-cv-for-abroad","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/habacus.com\/en\/how-to-write-a-cv-for-abroad\/","title":{"rendered":"How to write an effective CV to find a job abroad"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you’re thinking about working abroad, there\u2019s one thing you absolutely need to get right: your international CV<\/strong>. And no, simply translating your Italian CV into English won\u2019t cut it. Every country has its own rules, expectations, and, more importantly, its “absolute no-nos”<\/strong> when it comes to hiring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let’s break down the differences between an Italian CV and an international one<\/strong>, how to write a CV that recruiters abroad will love, and a few tricks to avoid getting rejected at first glance<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Italian CV vs. international CV: what\u2019s the difference?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In Italy, the CV format is quite\u00a0standardized<\/strong>:\u00a0one page max<\/strong>, clear and concise (discover how to create an effective CV even without experience<\/a>).\u00a0But step outside Italy, and the rules change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Photo or no photo?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One of the biggest differences is the profile picture<\/strong>. In Italy, it\u2019s still common to include one (though not always mandatory). However, in many countries\u2014like the UK, USA, and Canada<\/strong>\u2014it\u2019s best to leave it out<\/strong> to prevent discrimination issues. If you\u2019re applying to an international company, skip the photo<\/strong> and focus on your content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Nobody cares about your personal details<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In Italy, we\u2019re used to including date of birth, marital status, and full address<\/strong>, but abroad, this information is unnecessary. Typically, your name, email, and LinkedIn profile<\/strong> are enough. If location matters for the job, just mention the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. What you can do matters more than where you worked<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

While Italian CVs tend to be a simple list of job experiences and education<\/strong>, international CVs focus more on skills and achievements<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example:
\u274c \u201cManaged the company\u2019s social media accounts.\u201d<\/em>
\u2705 \u201cIncreased social media engagement by 40% in six months while reducing cost per lead by 25%.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

See the difference? In an international CV, you need to show your impact with real numbers and results<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to write a CV that works abroad<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Now that we\u2019ve covered the main differences, let\u2019s see how to structure your CV<\/strong> to increase your chances of landing an interview.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Start with a strong professional summary<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Forget the outdated “Career Objective.” Instead, open your CV with a short professional summary<\/strong> (3-4 lines) that clearly explains who you are, what you do, and how you can help the company<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udca1 Example:<\/em>
\ud83d\udc49 Marketing specialist with 5+ years of experience in digital advertising. Skilled in PPC strategies, SEO, and brand positioning. Increased lead conversion by 30% in the last year.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Short, direct, effective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Keep your CV structured, clear, and easy to read<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A competitive CV must be well-organized, visually clean, and easy to scan<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A typical format looks like this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n