job applications ms. turner. purpose of job application to be hired for a job standardized way for...
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Purpose of Job ApplicationPurpose of Job ApplicationTo be hired for a jobStandardized way for employers
to obtain information
Be Prepared!Be Prepared!Take with you:
◦Resume◦SS card◦Driver’s license◦Lists of addresses of previous
employers◦Salaries from previous jobs◦References (names, addresses, and
contact info)◦Can’t have too much info
NEVER LieNEVER LieNever, ever, ever lie on your
application!You will not be hiredYou will be fired if they find out
after you have been hired
READ and FOLLOW READ and FOLLOW Instructions!Instructions!Read entire application first, B4
you start completing itWrite neatly, black or blue ink
only!Don’t fold, bend, crinkle, or
anything else to the application
Education and ExperienceEducation and ExperienceTailor it to the job for which you
are applyingGive details of skills and
experiences that make you stand out
Goal: to look the most qualified for the position
NO BlanksNO BlanksNEVER leave any blanksWrite “Not applicable” or “n/a” if
a question does not apply to youNEVER write “see resume”
Negative InformationNegative InformationDo not offer negative information
unless they ask for it!If you were fired or downsized,
you could put “job ended” then explain in the interview.
Remember your goal: To get an interview!
SalarySalaryDo not include a preferred or
starting salary This question is used as a
screening methodUse “open” or “negotiable”
ReferencesReferencesAlways provide referencesAlways ask your references firstProfessional references are best,
but it is okay to use a mix of professional and character
Follow upFollow upIf you do not hear from employer
within 1 week, contact them! Ask for an interviewAsk them to keep your
application on file