Personal Information
MI stands for
Middle initial
Most application require at least
3 references
The color of ink to use while filling out a job application
Blue or Black
If you do not know what position you would like such as a bagger, cashier, server, cook, dishwasher, etc. you should list the position desired as
Team member
Always use capitalization when writing your
School Name
School Address
Your email address should be
professional sounding
A reference should be someone that knows you
professionally
job coaches
teacher
boss
supervisor
Instead of leaving a blank, respond with
N/A
List your start date as
exact date
ASAP
What is an employability skill that you can list on a job application?
Communication, Team Work, Learning, Technology, Self-Initiative, Problem Solving, Self-Management, Planning & Organizing
Always use capitalization for your
First and Last Name
Middle Initial
Address
A reference should not be someone you know
personally
parent
friend
sister or brother
Truthfully
Salary desired should be listed as
Entry Level
Discuss in interview
What is an employability skill that you can list on a job application?
Communication, Team Work, Learning, Technology, Self-Initiative, Problem Solving, Self-Management, Planning & Organizing
Use caution when listing your
Social Security Number
You should ask a reference if they feel comfortable giving you a
good reference
How a job application looks is a reflection of
You!
When specifying hours you are available to work you should
be available as much as possible( do not list weekends not available unless you have a very good reason)
Open to Close
Exact times
AM to PM
Some good phrases for "reason left" are
career change, family circumstances, long commute, needed full-time position, relocated
You are eligible to work in the United States if you
are a US citizen
have a green card
work visa
References are contacted by
phone or email
When picking up or dropping off an application always be
well groomed and dressed
Some applications will ask if you have reliable
transportation
Some phrases you should not use for "reason left" are
"I didn't like my boss"
"job was too hard"
"no transportation"
"board"
"childcare"