2. 4 Roadmap Welcome Introductions Housekeeping Materials Objectives Expectations

3. 5 Helpful hint The job application is a screening device, so be sure to turn in a high-quality product.

4. 5 An application is a pre-employment test.

5. 6 Select the right jobs. Think like an employer. Tailor your application.

6. 7 Create a master application. Spelling and grammar count. Be specific about job duties. Use a professional email address.

7. 8 Use action word to draw attention.

8. 9 Date available. Reason no longer employed. Can we contact your employer? Friends or relatives who work here. Criminal history.

9. 10 Study job announcements – find keywords. Be concise. Use numbers to highlight accomplishments. Resist additions.

10. 12 Three types of references: Professional Academic Personal Writing activity: Practice filling out an application, and learn an important lesson!

11. 12 Choose a reference with care.

12. 14 Helpful hint The job application represents you! Keep it neat, and make sure you have no grammar or spelling errors.

13. 14 Make photocopies. Bring your own pens and a copy of your master application. Have résumé and reference letters available.

14. 16 Helpful hint Make sure you know if the online application you are working on times out and how much time you have to complete it.

15. 16 Master application Professional email address Easy-to-remember login ID and password.

16. 16 Use employer’s key words. Screening devices. Follow directions.

17. 17 Read carefully. Complete in a professional manner. No safety nets. Review application.

18. 18 Re-applying policy. Speak with HR or hiring manager. Check spam blocker, and enable pop-ups.

19. 19 Helpful hint Many online applications time out. Employers want to see if you can complete the work within a certain time. Have an electronic master application ready so you can copy and paste.

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