Before working

Searching for work

For finding work in the canton of Vaud, you can:

• Respond to job offers advertised on the internet or those in newspapers
   

• Send a spontaneous application to companies of interest to you
   

• Register with a recruitment agency

Think of speaking to those around you. Social networking can play a key role in finding work.

When you do send your application to a future employer, think to include:

• A well-written motivational letter (get it proofread)
   

• Your curriculum vitae (CV) on one A4 page

A copy of your diplomas and work certificates

Finding a job when arriving at the canton de Vaud

The cantonal office for educational and vocational guidance (OCOSP) provides different services at the Migration Portal in order to help you with the definition of a professional project in Switzerland.