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Filling Out Application Forms
These are the following procedures that may help applicants during job hiring. This may be the difference of having a job or not. |
| Job application forms sample. Retrieved from newmanagement.com |
1. If it is possible,get more than one copy of the form. You may make mistakes and an extra copy will come in handy.
2. Fill out the application form on ink--or use a typewriter.
3. Answer every question that applies to you. If a question does not apply, you may write N/A, meaning not applicable.
4. Give your complete address, including zip code.
5. Spell correctly. If you aren't sure about how to spell a word, use the dictionary or try to use another word with the same meaning.
6. A question on job preference or "job for which you are applying" should be answered with a specific job title or type of work. Do not write "anything." Employers expect you to state clearly what kind of work you can do.
7. Have a prepared list of schools attended and previous attended and previous employers. Include addresses and dates of employment.
8. Be prepared to list several good references. It is advisable to ask permission of those you plan to list. Good references include:
(A) A recognized community leader
(B) A former employer or teacher who knows you well
(C) Friends who are established in business
9. When you write or sign your name on the application, use your formal name, not a nickname.
10. Be as neat as possible.Employers expect that your application will be an example of your best work.
[Adapted from The Career Fitness Program: Exercising Your Options, 5th Ed., by Sukiennik, D. et. al.(1998)]
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