Completing Effective Job Applications
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Completing Effective Job Applications
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Completing Effective Job Applications. Always read and follow instructions. Make application neat and accurate. Don’t do scratch marks. Get a Second Application if needed. Super Fods. Super Foods. 09/12/09. Jacob. Thompson. Thompson. M. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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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
AnythingThompson 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 MN/ACashier
141 N Main St. Any-town, USA 55555
(555)555-3333N/AN/A
9/13/09
Cashier N/A
x xxx xx xx
x x7am to 11pm
xxxx x
Have alternate transp.
Be specific with availability.
Explain transportation options.
Answer all questions on application.
x x
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
555/555-7000555/555-1212555/555-1111
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
555/555-7000555/555-1212555/555-1111
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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