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Job Materials
Job Application Documents
Job Application Form
Application letter
Job Application Guidelines
Read form before writing on it
Make a photocopy of the blank form
Don’t write in spaces marked “For Office Use Only.”
Job Application Guidelines Type or print neatly with blue or black ink
Keep hands clean and have no food or drink nearby
Double-check all numbers for accuracy
Job Application Guidelines
Don’t skip any blanks Doesn’t apply to you, write N/A (Not Applicable
Answer honestly only give information requested
Job Application Guidelines If make a mistake us correction fluid
Proofread for spelling, punctuation & typos; ask someone else to proofread for you.
Deliver in person
Job Application letter Also known as Cover letter
Introduces you to an employer
Highlights information on resume
Goal is to convince employer to invite you for an interview
Job Application letter Answer these questions before writing letter
What job are you applying for How did you find out about the job What are the employer’s needs How can you fill these needs
Job Application letter
Be positive & enthusiastic
Creates a first impression
Application Letter
Salutation – if you don’t know person’s name “Attention: Personnel Manager” “Dear Personnel Manager”
Job Application
Introduction State job you are applying for Discuss where you found out about the job Give chief qualification
Job Application
Body Explain who your skills meet companies needs Brief statement explaining your qualifications Use words directly from ad Tell what you can do for your employer
Job Application
Conclusion Request an interview List time you can be reached Use correct address & phone numbers Thank them for time and consideration
Resume Should be 1-2 pages in length
Put on professional paper
Keep organized and attractive
Easy to skim
Résumé Items to include
Personal data Job objective Work Experience Education Activities and Achievements References available upon request
Personal Data Name Address Phone number
Use only home phone Don’t use work phone
Job Objective List position applying for Describe skills What will it do for the company Ex:
A part-time cashier position where I can use my social and mathematical skills to provide customers appropriate assistance.
Education High school & above
Tell address
Give date of graduation
Include degree
Write special courses taken
Work Experience Experience, volunteer work, projects, etc Chronological order Include employers address Job title Dates of employment List responsibilities
Activities and Achievements
Awards Honors Hobbies Offices held Sports
References Available Upon Request
Type at bottom of resume Informs potential employer you have a list
of references Reference tips
NO FRIENDS or FAMILY Teachers, previous employers, mentorship
supervisors, work supervisors, counselors, etc
Interview Tips Study Company
Remember interviewer is human – make conversation
Use firm hand shake
Interview Tips Arrive Early
Dress appropriately
Make Eye Contact
Interview Tips Keep answers brief – under 2 minutes
Don’t exaggerate
Amplify & expand on answers to sell your skills
Interview Tips Avoid speaking negatively about anything,
particularly your previous position, boss or company
Ask what the next step is
Follow-up the interview with a thank you letter
Interview Tips Ask right kind of questions
Avoid initiating conversation regarding salary & benefits May harm your chances of getting a job
Nonverbal Interview Tips Smile Firm Hand shake Good eye contact Sit comfortably without slouching Put personal items on floor next to chair
Types of Interviews One-on-one – candidate & interviewer Team/Board – candidate & 2 or more
people Structured – all candidates are asked same
question Unstructured – no set questions
Types of Interviews Telephone
Computer
Video conferencing – via distance communication
Ending Interview Ask when you can expect to hear about decision
Express interest in position
Thank interviewer
Ask for business card
Thank You Letter
Can write Thank you for many reasons
We are specifically for Interviewing
Thank You Letter Guidelines Be Selective Be sincere Be prompt Be personal Be Specific
Be Selective Select right form
Personal note Greeting card Formal letter
Don’t mix thanks with some other purpose Sales pitch request
Be Sincere Is genuine Is heartfelt If you don’t feel it, don’t say it Don’t be phony
Be Prompt Respond as soon as you can
Don’t wait until you have not other work to do
Respond immediately
Be Personal Reader doesn’t want a form letter
Remember you are thanking a real person
Use names and references to specific events
Be Specific Be exact
Don’t be vague
Why are you thankful
What are you thankful for
Tips for Writing Thank You letters Effective letter can leave a positive impression
with employer
Send letter within 48 hours of interview
Address to specific individual
Highlight what was discussed in interview & reiterate your interest & qualifications
Tips for Writing Thank You letters Send new employer thank you
If you turn down an offer, send polite & positive thank you letter – leaves door open
If rejected, express your gratitude for being considered