Bell Ringer: Do now

1. What do you think the first step in the job application process is?

2. What is the primary goal of a job application?

3. Where would you turn in your job application if you were applying for a job?

4. Why are job applications important?

BONUS: What does n/a mean?

Job ApplicationsIntroduction to Business & Marketing

What Is A Job Application?•Form that

employers give to potential employees to complete

•Lists relevant information:▫Work Experience

▫Education

▫Skills

▫References

How Important Are They?• It screens you out or in!

• You are making your first impression!

•Creates the basis for the interview!

Tips For A Good Application

•Complete the form neatly•Spell all words correctly•Use a pen with blue or black ink•Answer every question – write “N/A” for those questions that are not applicable•Use your full name (not a nickname)

Watch out for…

•Incomplete or missing information•Inaccurate information•Any unintentional marks, such as scribbles or marking out words•Colored ink or pencil•Listing “anything” for your preferred position

Who should be a reference?

•People who know your work habits and personal traits well

•People who can confidently recommend you for the job

•People you have known for a significant amount of time

Professional References

•Always ask for permission to use their contact information!

•You may consider:▫Teachers

▫Former employers

▫Friends established as business contacts

The Application Process

•Keep your form neat and clean

•Follow directions carefully and completely

•Check your spelling (F7 key)

•Sign the job application

•Read over your completed form

Activity

•We will now complete a Job Application in class:▫Job title: Cashier ▫Location: The School Store▫Pay: $9.75/hr