1. The Job Application
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EFE Manual

2. How to Fill Out a Job Application
First things you will do in interview process
They check your:
Neatness
Spelling and grammar
Writing and reading skills
Organizational skills

3. Tips for Completing a Job Application
Follow the directions
YOU fill it out
Use black ink
Think before you write
Have data handy (References!!)
Put something in every blank
Be specific
Proofread

4. Tips For Completing Online Applications
Follow directions. Tailor your information to the position.
Use key words, buzz words, and industry verbiage
Create a skills-inventory section even if
the application doesn’t require it
Include numbers & statistics if available
Counted five cash drawers daily

5. Online Application Tips Continued
Complete each field
Try to complete your application in one sitting
If the company offers an optional assessment test online, take it
They may not even accept the app. If you don’t
Spell check and grammar check before submitting it

6. Online Application Tips Continued
Upload your resume and cover letter
Comment section: use it to demonstrate knowledge of the company and industry
Follow-up your electronic application with a personal to the hiring manager
Check your , employers may send you a confirmation of receipt or may talk about
the position with you

7. Other Tips Salary desired?
Flexible
Negotiable
Open
What special skills or abilities can you offer?
This is your time to shine!
Be neat and accurate
Be honest

8. Bragging Rights Accomplishments
Computer skills (Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Word)
Google Drive
Special Certifications (CPR)
Honors and Awards
Special projects

9. Did You Know?
…many employers and receptionists watch you fill out their job application. They watch to see if you are organized, neat, accurate and efficient. BE PREPARED!

10. Online Application Process
Some companies have you apply online
May have to use their computer (save resume on USB flash drive)
May have to register username and password

11. Employment Testing Drug Tests Personality Tests
Skills Tests-capable of doing the job at time of hire
Aptitude Tests-capable of doing a job once trained?
Honesty Tests