How to Fill out a Job Application

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Your job application is your first impression, so make it count.

Step 1: Use blue or black
Use a blue or black pen to fill out the job application.

Tip
Make sure that your printing is neat and legible.

Step 2: Give your history
Communicate your education and work history accurately, being sure to explain any gaps.

Tip
Bring along a fact sheet with work details, contact numbers, addresses, and references to help you fill out the application.

Step 3: Be honest
Be honest at all times when filling out the application. Lies and embellishments are eventually discovered.

Step 4: Apply specifically
Apply for a specific position, rather than leaving it open-ended.

Step 5: Don’t leave blanks
Fill out every section of the application, being sure not to leave any empty sections.

Tip
For sections that do not apply, simply write "N/A," or draw three consecutive dashes.

Step 6: Sign
Sign and date the application.

Step 7: Double check
Proofread your application before turning it in.

Step 8: Submit
Submit your application to the hiring manager with a copy of your resume.

Did You Know?
The U.S. unemployment rate hit a 26-year high of 9.6 percent in August 2009.

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How to Fill out a Job Application. Your job
application is your first impression, so make
it count. You will need Blue or black pen
Resume and fact sheet (optional). Step 1.
Use a blue or black pen to fill out the job
application. Make sure that your printing
is neat and legible. Step 2. Communicate your
education and work history accurately, being
sure to explain any gaps. Bring along a fact
sheet with work details, contact numbers,
addresses, and references to help you fill
out the application. Step 3. Be honest at
all times when filling out the application.
Lies and embellishments are eventually discovered.
Step 4. Apply for a specific position, rather
than leaving it open-ended. Step 5. Fill out
every section of the application, being sure
not to leave any empty sections. For sections
that do not apply, simply write "N/A," or
draw three consecutive dashes. Step 6. Sign
and date the application. Step 7. Proofread
your application before turning it in. Step
8. Submit your application to the hiring manager
with a copy of your resume. Did you know The
U.S. unemployment rate hit a 26-year high
of 9.6 percent in August 2009.