Personal Information
What does MI stand for?
Middle initial
How many references are usually requested?
3 references
What writing utensil should you use when filling out a job application?
If you aren't sure what position you want with an employer (e.g., bagger, cashier, server, cook, etc.), what should you write?
Team member
What should be capitalized in the education section?
School Name
School Address
What email address should you give?
one that sounds professional
Who should you list as a job reference?
Someone who knows you
(supervisor, coworker, teacher, job coach, etc.)
Instead of leaving a section blank, what should you write?
N/A
(stands for Not Applicable)
What should you list as your available start date?
An exact date or ASAP (as soon as possible)
What is an employability skill that you can list on a job application?
Communication, Teamwork, Time Management, Organization, Initiative, Flexibility, Problem-Solving, Reliability, Motivation, etc
What personal information should always be capitalized?
First and Last Name
Middle Initial
Address
Who should not be used as a job reference? Why?
You should not list someone you know personally (e.g., friend, parent, sibling, etc.)
Why are you asked to sign your job application?
Your signature makes it a legal document, always fill it out truthfully.
What should you write if you're asked about salary desired?
Entry Level
Discuss in interview
What are Soft Skills?
Personal attributes or traits that apply across most work settings.
What information should you be careful about sharing?
Social Security Number
Why should you ask someone if you can use them as a reference?
To make sure they are a good reference, they are comfortable being contacted, to give them notice that they might be contacted, etc.
Why should you consider how your job application looks?
It's a reflection of YOU!
When specifying hours you are available to work, what should you consider?
Be available as much as possible (do not list weekends as unavailable unless you have a very good reason)
Open to Close, Exact times, AM to PM
For work history, give an example of a good response to "reason left"?
career change, family circumstances, long commute, needed full-time position, relocated
How do you know if you're eligible to work in the United States?
You are a US citizen OR have a green card or work visa
by phone or email
Does your appearance matter when you pick up or drop off an application?
Yes, you should be well-groomed and dressed
Why do some applications ask if you have reliable transportation?
To confirm that you will show up on time and consistently.
To see if there may be flexibility with your schedule.
It may be a core part of the job.
For work history, what are some phrases that you should not use for "reason left"?
"I didn't like my boss"
"job was too hard"
"no transportation"
"childcare"
"bored"