Stand Out on Paper: CV & Cover Letter Workshop

Looking for a job in Armenia and want to improve your CV and cover letter? This CV and cover letter workshop in Armenia is designed for repatriated professionals who want practical, hands-on guidance on creating stronger job application materials for the local job market.

Following our Employment Bootcamp, we heard a clear demand for more focused workshops with more time for practice. In response, we created this session to help participants strengthen one of the most important parts of the job search in Armenia: writing a clear, competitive CV and cover letter.

The first hour will focus on theory and expert insights from an HR professional experienced in working with diaspora and repatriated talent. Participants will learn what makes a strong CV and cover letter, how to structure them effectively, how to highlight relevant experience and transferable skills, and what employers in Armenia are really paying attention to.

The following two hours will focus on guided practice, giving participants the opportunity to work on their own CVs and cover letters with support and direction.

By the end of the workshop, participants will leave with stronger application materials, clearer direction, and practical advice they can apply immediately in their job search in Armenia.

This workshop is ideal for repatriates in Armenia who want to improve their CV, write a stronger cover letter, avoid common application mistakes, and increase their chances of getting interviews.

For questions or concerns, contact the event organizer at +374 43778434 or [email protected]

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Repat Armenia’s trainings are designed to give you the tools you need to build your career and make an impact in Armenia.

This event is intended for repatriates who are currently looking for employment.

Please note that registering does not guarantee participation. Selected participants (10) will be contacted by phone after submitting their registration.

Sessions will be conducted in English.

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• Attending all training sessions
• Actively participate in class
• Be respectful, kind, and considerate.
• Engage in friendly and constructive conversations.
• Respect personal space and boundaries.
• Be open to self-reflection and consider how your actions impact others.
• Keep event spaces clean—dispose of waste properly and respect public area.
• Follow event guidelines and organizer instructions.

• Harassment, discrimination, or offensive language.
• Disruptive, aggressive, or inappropriate behavior.
• Unwanted physical contact or excessive alcohol use.
• Disregarding personal growth or failing to respect others' perspectives.
• Littering, damaging property, or showing disregard for nature and public spaces.

• Failing to attend the training sessions without a valid reason will result in being de-prioritised from future trainings and Armenian Language Courses.
• Report issues to organizers.
• Action may include warnings, removal, or banning.
• Reports are handled confidentially.

By attending, you agree to uphold these values and help make our events safe and welcoming.

Info: Please arrive at 5:30 on the dot to allow some time to get a coffee & snack and settle down before the workshop starts

Info: In this session, you will get an overview of the different types of CVs and how to choose the right one for your profile. We will walk through free tools that can help you assess and improve your CV, and introduce what employers look for in cover letters. Using your existing CVs, we will also do practical exercises to identify transferable skills, turn responsibilities into measurable achievements, and present university or unpaid experiences such as research, events, collaborative projects, and volunteering in a strong and effective way.

Info: Ensure you bring a computer or notepad to rewrite your CV with the guidance of our HR expert and trainer

Info: Time to leave feedback on our tablet and exchange Linkedin profiles with the other participants ! Building a strong network can be very helpful in finding employment opportunities

Info: Ensure you bring a computer or notepad to rewrite your CV with the guidance of our HR expert and trainer

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

H. Hovnanian Family Foundation, 37 Hanrapetutyan pokhots, Yerevan, Armenia

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