Personal Info
Say your last and then first name.
Good! We just want you to pay attention to which is which. Some applications ask for you first name first and some ask for your last. Be sure to read them carefully.
Are you 18 years of age or older?
Yes-for the rest of your life.
Should I read the instructions on the application before saying what days I am available?
Yes! It might tell you to write things a certain way like putting "open" if you are available all day.
Should I just list someone as a reference without telling them?
No! Ask them first, make sure that they will say good things about you, and let them know what job that you will be applying for.
What does DOB mean?
Date of birth.
Can the company ask if I have ever worked for them before?
Yes-and they may keep records. This is another reason why it is important to leave a job on good terms (the right way).
Is 40 hours a week considered to be full-time or part-time?
Full-time.
Can I be fired for lying on my application?
Yes! It is usually in the fine print at the bottom.
What can I use if I can't remember my personal information?
Should I let them know if the application asks if I have any relatives working for the company?
Yes-be honest-always.
Is 12:00 pm noon or midnight?
Noon-daytime.
Should I let a company contact my references if they ask?
You should-yes. If you say no, it will probably make you look bad.
If years down the road you can't think of any good references, you need to fix that! Begin building better relationships.
How long have you lived at your current address?
Answers will vary. If you don't know, be sure to ask your parents!
What should you say if the application asks if you have ever been charged with a crime-misdemeanor or felony?
No.
Should I be careful about putting down what hours that I can work on my applications?
Yes! Take some time to think about it. If you can't work hours that you listed, the company might not want you to work there anymore. You also need to consider school and religious events.
Does signing a job application mean that I will follow a company's code of conduct-their rules that employees must adhere to?
Yes! It is usually in the fine print! That means that if you show bad judgement 5 years later (like something bad), they can fire you.
If you don't have a home phone and the application asks for it, what should you write?
n/a
What should you say if the application asks if you are legally able to work?
Yes.
This means are you a U.S. citizen or have a work visa.
Should you apply for a job that you really want, even if you feel that you are underqualified for the job?
Yes absolutely! The worst thing they can do is tell you "Sorry, you did not get the job."
Can a company just change the rules on me-like working overtime, my schedule, and what I do?
Yes! It is usually found in the fine print at the bottom of the application.