Explaining a career gap in Spanish

The idea

Describe the period, then connect a relevant skill to the job.

Examples

• Durante un año cuidé a un familiar.For a year I cared for a family member.
• Después hice un curso de contabilidad.Afterwards I took an accounting course.
• Durante ese período mejoré mis conocimientos de informática.During that period I improved my computer skills.
• Ahora quiero volver al mercado laboral.Now I want to return to the workforce.
• Esa experiencia me enseñó a organizar mi tiempo.That experience taught me to organize my time.
• Me interesa aplicar esas habilidades en este puesto.I am interested in applying those skills in this role.

Watch out

You do not need to disclose private details to describe a gap.

Try it yourself

1. Choose the correct word. Durante seis meses ___ a mi padre. (cuidé / firmé)

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   cuidé

   cuidé describes a completed period of care.

2. Choose the correct word. En esa etapa ___ a organizar proyectos. (aprendí / vendí)

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   aprendí

   aprendí points to something gained during the break.

3. Choose the correct word. Quiero usar esa habilidad en este ___. (puesto / descanso)

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   puesto

   puesto connects the skill to the position sought.

Use it today

Write two sentences about a gap and a skill you can bring.