CV, application and job interview in European countries

A Croatian application usually contains:

• a CV in chronological order – personal data, education, skills and work experience, typed on a computer; the Europass CV is a good format,
• a photo – not necessary, but you can add one (e.g. a passport photo),
• references from former employers – usually not required, but a good idea to enclose if you have them.

Write in Croatian unless the employer asks otherwise. For public-sector jobs you normally also need proof of qualifications (diplomas, certificates), a certificate that you have no criminal record, and proof of nationality and residence.

The interview: before you go, find out about the employer’s activity, how the workplace is organised and the dress code.

Diplomas: the ENIC/NARIC office at the Agency for Science and Higher Education (AZVO) assesses foreign higher education qualifications for the labour market and gives information on regulated professions, for which a formal recognition is needed.