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 How Do I Fill Out An
Application
That Will Get Me Hired?
You're looking for your
first job or a new one, and the employer asks you to fill out an
application. What now? How do I fill it out? What information can I leave
out? Relax, take a moment to think about your answers, and read the
information below. Here is some information that will help you get an
interview to get that dream job!
The Definition
An application
form is usually the first thing an employer looks at that will give them
an idea of who you are and see if they want to hire you. This is your
opportunity to show that you are qualified for the job. The application is
made up of different parts that will show an employer that you have what
it takes for the job.
From an
Application Employers Find Out:
- Personal
information such as name, address, and social security number
- Education history
that includes schools attended and whether you received your diploma or
any degrees
- Employment history
such as where you have worked and what your duties were on the
job
- Personal references
that will be able to tell a potential employer what kind of person or
worker you are
Filling out the
Application:
- When you pick up
the application dress as if you were going for an interview in nice
clean clothes and make sure you are well groomed, you may get an
interview on the spot
- Be prepared to fill
out the application by having a blue or black pen to write with, a small
dictionary to check your spelling, and if possible a "white out" pen to
correct mistakes
- Make sure to read
each question carefully and think about your answer before you start
writing, this will help to prevent mistakes
- Follow all
instructions on the application and fill it out correctly, this will
show the employer that you pay attention to detail
- Fill in all the
blanks so the employer knows you didn't leave it blank on purpose, if a
question doesn't apply to you put a line through it or put "N/A" in the
space provided
- If there is a
question that may hurt your chances of getting the job, write in "Will
discuss in interview" and be prepared to explain your situation in the
interview
Powering Up Your Application:
- There is only so
much space in on an application so make your words count by being
prepared and choosing your words carefully
- Don't try and cut
corners by putting "See attached resume" or "same as above", this shows
that you are taking the lazy way out of filling out your
application
- Read the front and
back of the application before you start writing to make sure you can
answer all the questions and follow instructions
- Take two
applications if possible, this way you can practice writing down your
answers on one and then transfer your final answers to the clean
copy
- Neatness counts so
make sure you can read your application, type it out if possible or make
sure your handwriting is neat, free of mistakes, and easy to read
- Have someone read
your application before you turn it in, they will catch mistakes you've
made that you may have missed
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