Tips for your CV
Your CV is often the first thing we look at. Here are our top tips to stand out:
- Prioritize: Highlight your most relevant skills, experience and accomplishments.
- Keep it tidy: Proofread your CV to ensure it is free from errors and easy to read.
- Tailor made: Customize your CV to the job you are applying for, emphasizing your potential and most relevant skills.
How to improve your resumé
Developing a successful cover letter
If you want to stand out, you need a cover letter that is genuine and credible. Use these tips to shine:
- Tailor made: Customize your cover letter to showcase your skills and experiences that match the job you are applying for.
- Showcase your competence: Clearly present your qualifications and why you are a perfect fit for the position you are applying for.
- Be genuine: Ensure your cover letter is honest and trustworthy, linking your skills to real life experiences to demonstrate your potential and motivation.
How to write a good cover letter
What to expect in the recruitment process
Once you have applied, here is what you can expect from us:
- Initial screening: We evaluate your application against the job requirements, desired skills and competencies.
- Interviews: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for one to two interviews, either digital or in person.
- Additional assessments: Depending on the role, you might complete a case assignment, an online ability test and personality test.
- Further screenings: We may also conduct further screenings specific to the position or country.
- Background checks: If you progress to the final stages of the process, you may be subject to a background check. The type and extent of the check will depend on the role and local requirements and is part of our commitment to responsible hiring practices.
Prepare for an interview
The interview is where you get to know us a little better and where we get to know the real you. Our interviews are designed to encourage honesty and openness. Here are our best tips to make a great impression:
- Browse our Life at Hydro section and explore our website to understand our business
- Reflect on how your education and professional qualifications align with the role
- Think about what motivates you and how you can contribute to Hydro's success
- Think of some questions you want to ask us in order to understand if we are a great match
How to prepare for a job interview
We are looking forward to welcoming you to Hydro!
Updated: June 17, 2025