Most employers require that a prospective employee complete a job application. Application forms are generally designed to provide specific information of interest to the employer and usually contain questions about your background, education, experience, references, and reasons for leaving previous jobs. Some of the information on the application is used to evaluate you as a job applicant, while some of the information is useful to personnel managers for tracking and record keeping.

• Request two copies of the form so you can prepare a rough draft first.
• Read through the entire form at least once before you begin to complete it.
• Type your responses or print neatly using blue or black ink.
• Sign and date the application.
• Be sure the application reaches the employer by the closing date.
• Many applications are now on-line or electronic. Be sure to give yourself plenty of time (a minimum of 45 minutes to complete the form).
• Follow all instructions carefully.
• Be honest in your answers.
• Apply for a specific position rather than entering "Anything" or "Open"
• Complete all sections: write "N/A" when the requested information does not apply to you.
• Provide reliable references.
• Check grammar, spelling, and punctuation before submitting completed form.

Sample Job Application - pdf file