If you're having difficulty uploading your CV, make sure it meets these two criteria:
✔ Format: The file must be in PDF format.
✔ Size: It must not exceed 1.5 MB.
📌 Why is only the PDF format accepted?
The PDF format has two major advantages:
✅ Layout is always preserved
No matter what computer or software the recruiter is using, your CV will keep its original appearance:
- Fonts and formatting remain unchanged.
- Tables, paragraphs, and images stay in place.
🔒 A more secure file
Word files can contain viruses, which can cause issues when opening them. PDF files are safer and reduce these risks.
📌 Why must the file size not exceed 1.5 MB?
Many companies use ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems) to analyze CVs. A file that is too large may cause compatibility and processing issues.
💡 Tip: If your file exceeds 1.5 MB, it's usually because of images and logos.
📉 How to reduce the size of your CV?
✂️ In Word:
1️⃣ Click File > Reduce File Size.
2️⃣ Remove cropped areas of images (click the image > Picture Tools > Compress Pictures > Check "Delete cropped areas of pictures" > Save).
3️⃣ Save your document as a PDF with an optimized compression setting.
🛠️ Using an online tool:
If your CV is already in PDF format, use a free compression tool like:
Once compressed, try uploading it again to the Career Center! 😊
If, despite all our amazing articles, you need help uploading your CV, you can contact us via support.student@jobteaser.com. Please attach :
- a screenshot of the problem
- your login email
- the name of your university