Even if you have provided a cover letter and resume, you will often be required to fill out a job application. It may seem redundant to provide an employer with duplicate information, but this formality is an important one.
Following are a few important suggestions:
- Print neatly, using blue or black ink—your information must be legible! Even if you have filled out the same information multiple times for different applications, take care to keep your writing neat and consistent.
- Complete the entire application—don’t leave blank spaces! If you are unsure about specific details, turn the application in after you can verify the information you need.
- Proofread your application—make sure that you have spelled everything correctly and that you used proper grammar and punctuation.
- Be thorough—resist the urge to write “see profile” in the work experience section of your application!
- Recent experience should be listed first—this is true for both your job history and education.
- Provide excellent references—list professional references who will strongly recommend you to prospective employers and who will be able to detail your skills and strengths.
- Attach a copy of your background check report—providing a current background check report from a legitimate organization can be highly advantageous. It demonstrates confidence and candor, and is appreciated by recruiters.
- Sign the application—your application isn’t official unless it is signed!
Providing employers with a cover letter, resume and completed job application is an excellent way to demonstrate that you are serious about the position. Including a current background check report is icing on the cake!
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With online applications, most employers prefer resumes in the form of a Microsoft Word document or PDF file.
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