Job application dos and don’TS

JOB APPLICATION DO’S AND DON’T’S

• Objective: Understand how to fill out a job application that will get you the interview!

FILLING OUT APPLICATIONS PRETEST

• Is it ok to leave blank spaces on a job application?
• Should you use white-out on a job application?
• Is a necessity to request a specific salary?
• Does information have to be consistent with your resume?
• If unsure of an answer, is it ok to be vague?
• Is it cheating if you proofread with a partner?

FILLING OUT APPLICATIONS PRETEST

• Is it ok to leave blank spaces on a job application? Answer: No
• Should you use white-out on a job application? Answer: No
• Is a necessity to request a specific salary? Answer: No
• Does information have to be consistent with your resume? Answer: Yes
• If unsure of an answer, is it ok to be vague? Answer: No
• Is it cheating if you proofread with a partner? Answer: Of course not!

ARRIVE PREPARED WITH WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Resume, social security card (better: memorize your number), driver’s license, etc.
• Names & addresses of previous employers, as well as starting dates & salary information

ARRIVE PREPARED WITH WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Names, addresses & phone number of references. Do not use anyone as a reference until you have their agreement.
• Blue or Black pens (have extras)

READ AND FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

• Review the entire application before you begin
• Be sure to write your answers on the correct lines and in the right spaces

COMPLETE THE APPLICATION THOROUGHLY & NEATLY

• Print clearly – do not be in a rush
• Think about your answers before you write them in