CV with simple structure (1 page)

Set the order: Name & Contacts → Objective 1 sentence → Education → Experience/Projects → Skills → Certifications/Links. Save the PDF with the name: FirstName_LastName_CV.pdf.

Clear words, active verbs

Write short sentences: “I organized…”, “I built…”, “I analyzed…”. Avoid empty words (“hard worker”). Example: “I organized an event with 120 participants; we reduced the cost by 18%.”

Concrete examples with numbers (mini-STAR)

Let each point show the Situation–Action–Result in 1 line: “In the marketing course (S), I created a posting calendar (V) and increased engagement by 35% (R).”

Don't have much experience? Use projects

Volunteering, course projects, freelance work: treated like real work. “The 'EcoApp' project: Figma prototype, tested with 8 users; 4 major improvements.”

Tailor your CV to each application
. Use keywords from the job posting (ATS). Include 3 bullet points that directly match the role. Remove irrelevant details.

60-second presentation (3×20s)

Who I am: “I’m an IT student with a front-end focus.”
What I know: “I’ve built 3 React sites and worked with Git/Figma.”
Why I/What I want: “I love hands-on UX; I want to contribute to your product team.”

Practice until it comes naturally.
Prepare 3 STAR stories for the interview.
Choose cases for: a problem you solved, teamwork, a failure you turned into a lesson. Follow STAR: Situation–Task–Action–Result (with numbers when possible).

Interview hygiene (live & online)
Simple professional attire, eye contact, active listening. Online: camera at eye level, front light, proper name on the platform, turn off notifications, test microphone.

Show interest with smart questions

Ask about 90-day expectations, the tools the team uses, how the role's success is measured. Show that you know the company's product/mission.
Closing: thank you, follow-up, and details

Within 24 hours, send a thank-you email: recall 1–2 strengths and how you can add value; attach portfolio/links. If asked about salary, give an informed range and emphasize flexibility.
Mini-checklist for today: update your CV to 1 page with 5 measured bullet points, write your 60-second pitch, prepare 3 STAR stories and 3 interview questions—you’re ready for your next application.

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