LingoTalk

CV & cover letters the German way: How to land your interview

Webinar overview

  • Recorded on:September 9, 2025
  • Duration:5:00 pm (GMT+0200) – 80 mins

Job hunting in Germany and not hearing back? Crafting a CV and cover letter that land you an interview can be tough, especially with cultural expectations and language barriers. You’re not alone — and this free 60-minute live webinar is here to help. With Viktoria, a recruiter at Lingoda, as our expert guest, you’ll learn what German recruiters really look for, how to avoid the most common CV and cover letter mistakes, and how to write with confidence in professional German. You’ll also get insider tips on tailoring your application and preparing for the first recruiter call — plus the chance to get your questions answered live. Ready to go from overlooked to interview-ready? Sign up now and take your next step toward a job in Germany.

Topics covered

  • Welcome & introduction
  • Getting the interview: Recruiter secrets and common pitfalls
  • CV examples & breakdown
  • Cover letters that get read
  • Professional German for applications
  • Next steps in the German hiring process
  • Live Q&A

Featured Speakers

  • Valentina Rampazzo

    Valentina Rampazzo

    Valentina is an Italian writer and content manager based in Berlin. She has experienced all stages of integrating into life in Germany, from learning the language to navigating bureaucracy. Valentina will share her expert insights with you.

  • Paul Hartmann

    Paul Hartmann

    Paul is a German teacher based in Barcelona with a deep passion for learning languages. This love for learning sparked his enthusiasm for teaching his native tongue, German. In our webinars, he will share insights into the German language.

  • Jessica Schnase

    Jessica Schnase

    Jessica is a Senior Content Manager at Lingoda. She will stay in the background during the webinar, moderating the room and answering your questions live in the chat.

  • Viktoria Savchenko

    Viktoria Savchenko

    Viktoria Savchenko is a Talent Acquisition Manager at Lingoda with extensive expertise in the German hiring market. She is highly knowledgeable about applications, recruitment processes, and career opportunities in Germany, and enjoys sharing her insights to help others succeed.

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  • LingoTalks are live webinars where experts share practical tips, insights, and real-world strategies on cultural integration and language learning. Browse our upcoming LingoTalks here to get started.

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  • No need to turn on your camera! All participants will be automatically muted during the webinar to keep things smooth. You can still join the conversation using the chat, polls, or Q&A!

  • Currently, our webinars are only in English. However, when we cover topics related to German culture, we include relevant German vocabulary and language tips.

  • Due to the large number of participants joining the webinar, we are unable to offer live individual support. If you experience any technical issues, the webinar recording will be shared with you after the session.