CV feedback for CFD/combustion PhD applications in Europe

Hi everyone,

I’m currently finishing an M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering at a European university and expect to graduate in early 2027. I’m applying for funded PhD positions in CFD, combustion, reacting flows, turbulence, and related computational-thermal fields, mainly in Europe.

So far, I have applied to six PhD positions. Two applications were submitted very recently, so I’m not expecting responses from them yet. I was rejected from one position, and I haven’t heard back from the other three applications. I know that six applications are not enough to draw any major conclusions. However, before applying to more positions, I want to check whether there are problems with my CV or with how I present my experience.

My current thesis involves reduced-chemistry modelling and reacting-flow simulations. I also have previous CFD research internships, three international conference proceedings papers, conference presentations, and experience with ANSYS Fluent, OpenFOAM, MATLAB, Linux, and HPC workflows.

I have anonymised my CV. I would appreciate feedback on it.
my main questions about CV are: Is the CV too long or crowded?, Does my research experience appear relevant for CFD and combustion PhDs? Are my bullet points too detailed or technical? Does my background look focused, or does it appear scattered? Are there sections I should remove, shorten, or rearrange? Is the profile section useful? Are there any obvious weaknesses or red flags What should I improve before sending more applications?

I’m mainly looking for honest feedback on the CV and how I present my profile. Also, any advise in general about PhDs is appreciated.

Thank you.