Job Applications How to Do It Right the FIRST Time!
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Job ApplicationsJob Applications
How to Do It Right How to Do It Right the FIRST Time!the FIRST Time!
Make a Good First Impression
DRESS APPROPRIATELYPossible immediate interviewBring résumé and references
Read Directions
Read all instructions BEFORE you begin
Respect the sections that say “For Office Use Only” or “Do Not Write Below This Line”
Be Neat
Take 2 copies of the application if possiblePrint neatly in BLACK ink or typeSpelling and grammar should be correct, have
someone proofreadMistake? One line through error, don’t use
correctable fluid!Respond to ALL questions. Not applicable? USE
N/A. Leave NOTHING BLANK!NO ABBREVIATIONS
Be Prepared
Have ALL information including:– Dates and addresses of all last work
experience (paid and volunteer) – Names and addresses of schools attended – License numbers, social security number,
health card, etc. – Resume (if you have one)
Positive and Honest!
Find ways to put your skills in a good light
Think of attributes you’d want if you were the employer
Tell the truth – lying gives reason for dismissal later on
Qualifications
Think carefully, select the qualifications that make you the best for that job
Use the job description to help you
SELL YOURSELF!
Reasons for Leaving
Avoid using the words "fired," "quit," "illness," or "personal reasons"
Use instead: "Returned to school to learn new skills" or "To find a job that more closely matched my skills"
Illegal Questions: How to Answer
If the question does not bother you, answer it
If it does bother you, you may want to use N/A or a dash ( -- )
References
Look for people who honestly know you and will speak objectively –not just parents of friends
Teachers are usually a good choiceNo one related to you!
If possible, If possible, take it take it home!home!