When applying to an EVS project, you need to submit both CV and a motivation letter. Your motivation letter is needed to discover your personality and interest in the project. Here are some tips to keep in mind when writing a motivation letter. First of all, every good letter has a basic structure built on a few sections. For example:

1. Opening
Address the letter to the responsible voluntary coordinator.
2. Introducing
Introduce yourself by telling who you are and what you do. Define the characteristics of your personality such as your strengths and weaknesses, your view of life and your interests and hobby’s. Motivate why you have decided to do EVS and tell what you already have done for society as a volunteer.
3. Motivation part
Tell why you want to participate in this project and what your previous experiences in this field are. Which of the tasks you think are interesting and which of them could you do good? Tell what your possible contributions will be, mention your skills and tell how you could use them for the project. Show them why you think you are the most suitable volunteer for this project. Write something about your expectations and about your bond with the chosen country.
4.  Closing
Say goodbye and mention that you will wait for their answer. Sign and add your contacts.

Additional tips:
- The letter must be written in English or in the official language of the country where the project is hosted.
- Are you allowed to add some pictures? If so, choose sunny, friendly and active photos!
- The human factor is very important in your letter. However, try to write a letter based on facts, not emotions.
- Try to show you are open to new impressions.
- Tell something special about yourself so it will become clear why they should chose you!
- Try not to be far too much enthusiastic if it’s not true. Just be honest; organizations will appreciate this.
- Mention some facts about the organizations and their activities and your positive thoughts about them to show you have explored their activities and you are interested in working exactly for that organization.