CV, application and job interview in European countries

A Finnish application usually contains:

• a CV – no more than two A4 pages, with your most recent job and education first; a photo is optional but quite common these days; name two referees or write that references are available on request; the Europass CV is fine,
• a cover letter – at most one page, explaining why you want the job and why you are suitable for it.

Check in the ad which language the employer expects – many jobs require Finnish or Swedish.

The interview: it is very common to hold it remotely. Prepare your own questions in advance and have copies of your certificates ready.

Diplomas: in jobs without statutory qualification requirements, the employer decides whether your qualifications are suitable. For regulated professions – and to have the level of a higher education degree recognised – contact the Finnish National Agency for Education (Opetushallitus).