One-page CV templates (single A4)
Everything on a single A4 page. Ideal for apprentices, students, new graduates, and consulting applications. Dense but readable, fully ATS-compatible.
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A single-page A4 CV condenses the essence of your profile into one document. In Switzerland, this is the expected format for apprentices, interns, new graduates, and most strategy consulting applications (McKinsey, BCG, Bain, Oliver Wyman). It demands rigorous content prioritization.
When one-page is expected in Switzerland
One-page is standard for: apprenticeships (all CFC and AFP tracks), internships and first jobs, strategy consulting firms (McKinsey, BCG, Bain, Roland Berger) which enforce the rule, bank graduate programs (UBS Graduate Talent Program and similar), some startups that prioritize synthesis. It is also the international norm for junior positions abroad.
Techniques to fit on one page
- Reduce margins to 12-15mm without compromising readability
- Use body typography at 10 to 11 pt (not below)
- Short lines with action verbs rather than full sentences
- Group skills into horizontal lists
- Merge education and certifications if few entries
- Remove hobbies unless genuinely differentiating
- Prioritize: 40% experience, 25% education, 20% skills, 15% other
What not to sacrifice
The temptation is strong to shrink font size or eliminate spacing between sections to squeeze everything in. Bad idea: a cluttered one-page CV is worse than a spacious two-page one. Prefer cutting content (older or less relevant experience, minor degrees) over compressing layout. Swiss recruiters prefer a clear concise document over a dense suffocating text.
Live one-page preview
CV Builder shows in real time whether your CV fits on a single page. If content overflows, the editor flags what can be trimmed or rephrased. You avoid PDF back-and-forth and save time. Particularly useful for consulting applications where every word counts.
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FAQ
Is a one-page CV perceived as an empty CV?
Not if well filled. Recruiters value synthesis and prioritization. A one-page CV dense with concrete achievements beats a wordy two-page one.
Can I go to two pages if my profile is rich?
Yes, except for applications explicitly one-page (strategy consulting, some graduate programs). With 7+ years of experience, two pages are generally accepted in Switzerland.
What file format for a one-page CV?
PDF is the absolute standard in Switzerland. Target size: under 300 KB for email. CV Builder generates optimized PDFs without quality loss.
Is one page compatible with apprenticeship?
Yes, it is even the norm for apprenticeships (CFC, AFP, professional maturity). Exam boards and training employers expect a short, complete CV.
Does one page limit the photo?
No, the photo remains mandatory and sits at the top of the document. Allow 3x4 cm maximum to preserve space for content. CV Builder automatically optimizes dimensions.