European CV Template

European is a LadderReady design, not Europass

This is an original LadderReady template. It is not the official Europass CV and is not provided or endorsed by the European Union. If an application specifically asks for a Europass CV, use the official Europass service and follow the employer’s instructions.

Unsure which document the employer expects? Read the CV vs resume guide.

How to use this layout: annotated examples

These original fictional excerpts were written for this guide. They illustrate content choices, are separate from the preview candidate above, and are not a complete CV. Replace them with your own accurate information.

When this layout helps

Choose European when you want dates to stand apart from the detail of work and education. It can help explain a sequence of roles and study, but it is not the official Europass format.

What belongs in the prominent areas

Keep date ranges accurate and consistent: the separate date column provides context beside each record. Put your strongest relevant section first, and use descriptions to explain responsibilities or learning rather than repeating the dates.

When to choose another layout

Consider Classic if you prefer dates alongside role headings without a dedicated date column.

No layout guarantees ATS results or employer approval. Follow the application instructions and review the exported PDF for readable text, line wrapping and page breaks. For help deciding what deserves space, use the CV section checklist.