Creating Your Europass Profile, CV & Cover Letter
A Step-by-Step Guide for 4th ESO Students
👉 What is a CV?
A CV (Curriculum Vitae) is a document that summarizes your education, work experience,
skills, and achievements. It helps employers understand why you are a suitable candidate for
a job.
👉 What is Europass?
Europass is a free online platform that helps you create a professional CV and cover letter
using a standardized format recognized across Europe.
Step 1: Creating Your Europass Profile 📄 Step 2: Creating Your Europass CV
🕒 Time: 20-30 minutes 🕒 Time: 30 minutes
Instructions: 1. In your Europass account, go to
1. Go to Europass "Create CV".
2. Click on "Create profile" and sign 2. Select "Use my Europass Profile"
up with an email. (This will autofill your CV).
3. Fill in the following sections: 3. Choose a CV template and
o Personal Information customize it:
(Name, email, phone number) o Add a professional-looking
o Education & Training (Your photo (not a selfie).
school, subjects, and o Make sure your email is
achievements) formal (e.g.,
o Work Experience (If you name.surname@email.com).
have worked or volunteered o Check that all sections are
before) complete and correct.
o Languages (Rate your 4. Download your CV in PDF format.
English & other languages)
o Digital & Soft Skills
(Computer skills, teamwork,
etc.)
📧 Step 3: Writing Your Cover Letter
🕒 Time: 20 minutes
📌 A cover letter introduces yourself and explains why you are a good candidate for the job.
Structure of a Cover Letter:
📍 1. Greeting
If you know the recruiter’s name: Dear Mr./Ms. [Last Name],
If you don’t know their name: Dear Hiring Manager,
📍 2. Opening Paragraph
Mention the job title and where you found the offer.
Write one sentence about why you’re interested.
📍 3. Body Paragraph (Your Skills & Experience)
Highlight your education, skills, and any experience (school projects,
volunteering, internships, etc.).
Explain why you are a good fit for the job.
📍 4. Closing Paragraph
Express your interest in an interview.
Thank them for their time.
End with: Best regards, [Your Name]
✅ Tip: Use Europass Cover Letter Tool for help:
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EXAMPLE 1
Lamine Yamal
HEADER lamine.yamal@email.com | +34 600 123 456
Barcelona, Spain
Hiring Manager
RECIPIENT Manchester United Football Club
DETAILS Old Trafford, Sir Matt Busby Way
Manchester, M16 0RA
United Kingdom
SUBJECT Application for Professional Football Player at Manchester United
Dear Sir/Madam,
Opening I am writing to express my interest in joining Manchester United
(Greeting & Football Club as a professional football player. Playing in the Premier
Introduction) League is a big dream for me, and I believe I have the skills and
passion to be an important part of your team.
Body I am currently playing for FC Barcelona, where I have learned a lot and
(Skills & improved my football skills. As a winger, I have experience playing in
Experience) La Liga and the Spanish national team. My main strengths are
dribbling, speed, creativity, and goal-scoring. I always work hard for
my team, and I am ready for new challenges.
Why This Club? I admire Manchester United because of its history, great players, and
attacking style of football. I believe I can bring energy, skills, and a
winning mentality to your team. Playing at Old Trafford and helping
Closing the club win trophies would be an honor for me.
Statement
I would love the opportunity to speak with you about my future and
Signature how I can help Manchester United. Thank you for your time. I hope to
(Closing & Name) hear from you soon.
Best regards,
Lamine Yamal
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EXAMPLE 2
Kylie Jenner
HEADER kylie@kyliecosmetics.com | +1 310 555 7890
Los Angeles, California, USA
Ms. Deborah Yeh
RECIPIENT Chief Marketing Officer
DETAILS Sephora Headquarters
350 Mission Street
San Francisco, CA 94105 - USA
SUBJECT Subject: Business Collaboration Proposal – Kylie Cosmetics & Sephora
Dear Ms. Yeh,
I am writing to express my interest in expanding the partnership
Opening between Kylie Cosmetics and Sephora. Since launching Kylie
(Greeting & Cosmetics in 2015, my goal has been to create high-quality beauty
Introduction) products that empower people and enhance their confidence.
Partnering with Sephora’s global beauty network is the next step in
reaching even more customers around the world.
Body
(Skills & Over the past few years, Kylie Cosmetics has become one of the most
Experience) successful beauty brands, generating millions in sales and building a
loyal customer base. Our innovative formulas, trend-setting shades,
and commitment to clean beauty align perfectly with Sephora’s
mission to offer the best in beauty.
Why This Club? I would love the opportunity to discuss how we can expand our
product line within Sephora stores globally, introduce new collections,
and create exclusive in-store experiences for customers. With my
experience in branding, social media engagement, and product
Closing development, I am confident that together, we can take this
Statement partnership to the next level.
I appreciate your time and consideration. I look forward to discussing
this opportunity with you and your team. Please let me know a
Signature
convenient time for a meeting.
(Closing & Name)
Best regards,
Kylie Jenner
Founder & CEO, Kylie Cosmetics
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