JOB APPLICATIONS HOW TO COMPLETE A JOB APPLICATION

INTRODUCTION You may be asked to complete a job application even if you have already submitted a resume and cover letter Employer has a record of your personal and employment history, verified and signed by the applicant Important to be complete, correct (no errors) and accurate Here is the information you will need to complete an application for employment and tips and suggestions for writing applications that make a great impression.

OVERVIEW Greet the receptionist politely when requesting or submitting an application – the receptionist's impressions are often passed along Be honest in your answers Use blue or black ink pens – erasable pens are also helpful Have all the information on hand that you might need to fill out an application Print clearly and legibly Fill out the form neatly and accurately

OVERVIEW Apply for a specific position – not "anything, " or "open" Leave no blanks Write "Does Not Apply" (or "N/A" for Not Applicable) in the space if the question does not apply to you Explain lengthy gaps in your work history, for example, "attending school" Read and check the application for completeness Be sure to sign and date the application Mail or turn the application into the correct person or place

PERSONAL INFORMATION Name Address City, State, Zip Code Phone Number E-Mail Eligibility to Work in US Felony convictions If under age, working paper certificate

POSITION APPLIED FOR Title of the job you are applying for When you can start work Hours/days available to work Referred By Have You Applied Here Before? Are You Currently Employed? May We Contact Your Current Employer?

EDUCATION Up to Three Different Names of Schools/Colleges Attended Address (City & State) Major Did You Graduate Graduation Dates Degree/Diploma

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION Up to Three Different Company Name Address (City & State) Supervisor Name Phone Number Position Description of Duties § Start Date (MM/YYYY) § End Date (MM/YYYY) § Highest Salary § Why Did You Leave?

MILITARY SERVICE Veteran? Branch of Service Start Date (MM/YYYY) End Date (MM/YYYY)

REFERENCES List of three references • Name • Job title or relationship • Address • Phone number Ask ahead of time if the person will give a great reference

VERIFICATION Confirm that all facts are true Signature implies permission to check Sign & Date

TIPS FOR COMPLETING JOB APPLICATIONS Complete all requested information • Don't leave anything blank • If you don't know the details, bring the application home and return it when it's completed Write clearly and neatly • Use black or blue ink Check for spelling and grammatical errors • Proofread your job application form before turning it in

TIPS FOR COMPLETING JOB APPLICATIONS List your most recent job employment first List your most recent education first • Include vocational schools and training programs as well as college and high school References don't necessarily have to be professional • If you have volunteered you can use members of the organizations that you have helped • If you are a student use your teachers • In all cases, ask for permission prior to using the person for a reference Don't forget to sign your application

MISTEAKS TO AVOID Not following directions Misspelled words Crossed out writing Not printed Wrinkled or messy application form Incomplete information or unanswered questions Not applying for a specific position Incomplete work history, or large unexplained gaps in work history Overlapping or conflicting employment dates with no explanation Application not turned in by the deadline Use of troublesome words, such as "quit" or "fired“ Forgetting to sign the application

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