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Chronological and skills-based CVs

Chronological CV Skills Based CV

These sample CVs should be useful guides when you come to write your own CV. It's not advisable, though, to simply copy them, as recruiters can spot identikit CVs a mile off. You should ensure you tailor your CV to meet the employers' needs and best display your attributes.

Click on each CV to download them as Word documents (right click then 'Save Target As...' to save to your computer).

Cover letters

Cover Letter

A good covering letter is your first contact with a prospective employer and should make a lasting first impression. These sample cover letters are meant as a guide when you come to write your own.

Click to download as Word document (right click then 'Save Target As...' to save to your computer).

Employer research sheet

Use this to boost your applications. Smart applicants know how best to research an employer, and our easy-to-use research sheet shows you how.

Download Employer research sheet (Word document)

Work experience tracker

Get the best out of your work experience or internship. This handy tool keeps track of what you've learned and structures your experience to help you sell yourself in the job market.

Download Work experience tracker (Word document)

Related advice

Useful links

  • Career Directions – Careers database from FÁS, plus 'Career Directions Matching' helping you find suitable careers based on your interests and qualifications.
  • Windmills Skills Cards – Interactive game looking at your career skills.

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