How to Fill out a Job Application

It could be that your job search for an ideal job has come to an end and the chances are that you don't want minor glitches to stand in the way of securing your place in the particular organization. Listed here are some tips, which will help you draft an application in the right manner.

The first thing that you must know is that, when you apply for a job, you are constantly under the scanner the moment you walk in and ask for the employment form. So be at your best, always be well dressed, and carry your updated resume.

Before you begin to fill the form, make sure that you have all the required information. Check the records to get your previous employer's name and contact number and be sure to spell all the details correctly. You should have your social security card and driving license as well.

Many times, people who undergo this process for the first time, forget to carry their own pen. This is something basic but is equally important. It shows that you are not careless about little things.

Now that you have the form and the information, start penning down what is asked for. It is important to keep in mind that your spellings must be correct and you write neatly. Make sure that the phone numbers are correct.

A future employer will need your personal, educational, and work experience related information. You must fill out all the columns, write N/A in fields that are not applicable.

A sample employment form will ask for the following information:

• Name
• Address
• Phone number
• Email address
• Social security number
• Education
• Employment information
• Duration for which you worked in your previous jobs
• The date you are available to start
• References other than your supervisors

If you don't have the required information, take the form home and return it later. But it depends on the employer. It's important that you're honest regarding the information that you are providing. If you have had a bad work experience in previous employment or were asked to leave, have no qualms about it. Be honest and the new employer will appreciate it.

When mentioning your work experience, remember to list out all the jobs that you have done. For example, any social work or anything that can be used to state your work skills. Skills to put out on a job application include communication skills, any languages you learned, and leadership skills.

Attach good references of people who really know you and can honestly vouch for you. Remember to match your skills according to the job requirement. Be sure to proofread and check your form thoroughly before submitting.