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Job Applications. The first and sometimes , most important step to getting the job. What is a job application?. A form employers ask you to complete when you apply for a job. What is the purpose of a job application?. Used by employers to select potential employees for the interview process.
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Job Applications The first and sometimes, most important step to getting the job.
What is a job application? • A form employers ask you to complete when you apply for a job.
What is the purpose of a job application? • Used by employers to select potential employees for the interview process. • Gives an employer a first impression of your personality and qualifications. • Provides a candidate an opportunity to stand out – in a positive way!
Do I need to fill out a job application if I am submitting a cover letter and resume? • YES! • Submit all requested materials. • Must have completed applications on file for legal purposes.
Should I type my application? • Printing is fine, as long as it is done neatly. • Use black or blue ink. • You may type if your handwriting is messy. • Do not have someone write for you.
How can I make my application stand out from the rest? • Use your resume to complete your job application. • Ask for two blank applications – just incase you mess up. • Answer every questions that applies to you. • Put N/A if a question doesn’t apply to you. • Spell correctly. • Be specific when answering all questions.
Submitting my Application • Dress properly and look nice. • Be nice to everyone! • Drop off application during non-peak business hours. • Always ask to give your application to a manager. • Be prepared for an interview.
Sections of Applications • Personal Information • Employment Desired • Education • Activities • Work Experience • References
Personal Information • Legal Name • Address • Phone Number • E-mail • Social Security Number
Employment Desired • Name of position(s) for which you are applying. • Salary or Hourly Wage • The date you can begin working • What days/hours you are available to work
Education • Names of locations of schools attended • Diplomas and degrees you’ve earned • Subjects you studied • Special skills (i.e.: foreign languages)
Activities • Extra-Curricular activities • Clubs • Athletics • Student government • Community involvement
Work Experience • Names, locations, and phone numbers of past employers • The names of your supervisors • Dates of employment • Starting and ending wage • Job title and responsibilities • Reasons for leaving each job. Include both full-time, part-time, and volunteer work.
References • References are people that know you well, that you communicate with frequently, and can give an employer accurate feedback about you. • Teachers • Members of the Clergy • Club Leaders • School Administrators • Neighbors • Coaches
Always, Always, Always… BE HONEST! “When you stretch the truth, watch out for the snapback.” -Bill Copeland
Personal Information Employment Desired Education Activities Work Experience References
References Shiawassee Regional Education Service District. (2008, May) Career Preparation System. Retrieved from: http://sresd.org/modules/groups/homepagefiles/cms/1451000/File/CTE/Mock%20Interview%20Documents/JobApplication(1).pdf?sessionid=c2f9d4069b33b705dbcf704996c694b4.