Completing Effective

Job Applications

Completing Effective

Job Applications

Always read and follow instructions.

Thompson Jacob M

Super Fods

Use Black Ink. Other colors are not professional and do not photo copy well.

Make application neat and accurate. Don’t do scratch marks. Get a Second Application if needed.

09/12/09

Thompson

Super Foods

Find out what jobs are open.

Super Foods 09/12/09

Anything

Thompson Jacob M

Do not put “anything”, use a job title.

Cashier

141 N Main St. Any-town, USA 55555

(555)555-3333N/AN/A

Do not leave blank spaces.

Be specific with a start date.

9/13/09

Super Foods 09/12/09

Thompson Jacob M

N/ACashier

141 N Main St. Any-town, USA 55555

(555)555-3333

N/AN/A

9/13/09

Cashier N/A

x xxx x

x xx

x x7am to 11pm

xxxx

x

Have alternate transp.

Be specific with availability.

Explain transportation options.

Answer all questions on application.

xx

Mid-state Tech

1/06 5/06

GED, May 2006

N/AN/A N/A

Cash Handling course, June 2008 at the Job CenterInclude any special training you have had.

Sun City Jaycees, 2006 - present

Being a member of a group can help you get a job!

Be accurate on education levels.

Know all the data about your previous jobs.

Hardees Restaurant

142 S. Main St.Any-town, USA

5555 Cheryl Nelson 9 months

11/08 07/096.757.35

Employer AddressSupervisor or contact nameDates of EmploymentSalary

x

x

Cashier

Don’t put down anything negative but be honest.

Hardees Restaurant

142 S. Main St.Any-town, USA

5555 Cheryl Nelson 9 months

11/08 07/096.757.35

x

x

Cashier

Boss was a jerk

Job advancement

Describe your job duties concisely.

Hardees Restaurant

142 S. Main St.Any-town, USA

5555 Cheryl Nelson 9 months

11/08 07/096.757.35

x

x

Cashier

Job advancement

Responsible for taking and filling orders at the drive-thru. Maintained an accurate cash drawer.

Include any special recognition you received at the job.

Was awarded “Most Accurate Cashier” three different months.

Indicate if it is ok to talk to your current and past employer(s).

If you indicate “no”, be prepared to explain the reason in an interview.

X X

ALWAYS ask before you use someone as a reference.

Be prepared with both Personal and Work References.

Beth Johnson 148 Main St. Any-town, USA 55555960 N. Sherman Any-town, USAPO Box 74 Sun City, 54824

Mike ShermanAnna Segal

555/555-7000

555/555-1212

555/555-1111

X X

ALWAYS be sure to sign the application!

Beth Johnson 148 Main St. Any-town, USA 55555960 N. Sherman Any-town, USAPO Box 74 Sun City, 54824

Mike ShermanAnna Segal

555/555-7000

555/555-1212

555/555-1111

X X

Jacob Thompson

9/12/09

Bring a pocket dictionary to ensure accurate spelling.

Always allow yourself a half hour to complete an application on-site and complete it on-site. Don’t do a marathon grab-and-take approach.

Ask for a new application if a mistake was made. An employer is more impressed with a person being concerned about getting it right who is willing to ask for another application.

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