Appropriate format, content, and presentation of personal resumes and job application letters in German are discussed. For the resume, this includes notes on inclusion of pertinent personal data, educational background, military service, work experience, internships or continuing education, and other job-related skills. For the letter of application, the discussion addresses overall format and presentation and details the proper form of necessary components: personal mailing address; the company's address; date; salutation; opening statement; text; closure; and enclosures. Advice is offered on appropriate language style and on information that should not be included. A schematic example of letter format, formats for addresses and resume entries, and lists of useful phrases and terminology are appended. (MSE)