Job Application Form
The Purpose of a
Job Application Form
What is a job application
form, and when is one used? Job application forms (also called “employment
forms”) are part of the formal hiring process companies sometimes use in order
to ensure that they have gathered comprehensive, accurate data from all
applicants.
How to Fill Out a Job Application
When you apply for
a job, you are typically asked to complete an employment application. You may
be asked to complete a job application even if you've already submitted a resume and cover letter.
Depending on the
employer and the job, you may be required to complete an online application, a
paper application, an application at a store kiosk, or you could be asked to
apply via email.
The employer may
ask you to submit a job application even if you have applied for a position
with a resume and cover letter. This way the employer will have consistent data
on file for all applicants. Employers want to be sure they are adhering to
employment laws and avoiding discrimination.
Especially at
larger organizations, company policy may require having a job application on
file for each candidate and maintaining a copy of the application in the
employee's personnel file.
A job application
form is used to gather information from job applicants during the hiring process. This form covers
essential personal data and information to help make a hiring decision. Also
known as an employment application or application for employment form.
Also, the employer
will have a record of your personal and employment history, verified and signed
by you. When you sign the application, you are confirming that all the
information on it is accurate, so it's important to be sure it's correct.
Tip: It's important for your
job applications to be complete, error-free, and accurate.
Information
Needed to Complete a Job Application
Regardless of whether you
complete an online job application or apply in-person, make sure you have ready
all the information you'll need in advance. The list below includes all the
information you need to complete an application for employment. You will
generally be required to provide your contact information, your work history
(including companies worked for, positions held, salary, and length of
employment), and your educational background. Some companies will also ask you
to provide references with your job application.
The
following is a list of the information you may be asked to provide when you
apply for a job.
Personal
Information
·
Name
·
Address
·
City, State, Zip Code
·
Phone Number
·
Email Address
·
Eligibility to work in the U.S.
·
Felony Convictions (in some locations)
·
If underage, working paper certificate
Education
·
Schools/Colleges Attended
·
Training Programs
·
Degrees/Diplomas/Certificates
·
Graduation Dates(s)
Employment Information
·
Names, addresses, and phone numbers of previous
employers
·
Supervisor's Name
·
Dates of Employment
·
Salary
·
Reason for Leaving
References
·
List of three references, including names, job title
or relationship, addresses, phone numbers
Position Applied For Information
·
Title of the job you are applying for
·
Hours/days available to work
·
When you can start work
Resume
If you're
applying online, there may be an option to upload your resume as part of the
application.
Application Questions You Don't Have to Answer
There are
some questions that shouldn't be on a job application. You are not required to
answer questions about race, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin,
public assistance, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, age, or
disability.1
How to
Get the Information You Need to Apply
Double-check to make sure that you have all the
information you need so you're ready to apply right away for open positions,
and so that you're providing the employer with your most current education and
employment status.
ü Review Your Employment History: You'll
need your resume (or a list of your employment and education history) to make
sure that you're listing the correct dates of employment, job titles, and
education. Your resume should match the job application perfectly because
discrepancies will be noticed.
ü Download a Sample Job Application:
Download a job application sample and practice filling it out. That way you can
be sure that you have all the necessary information, in advance. That will make
it easier to apply.
ü Ask for an Application Form:
If you're applying for a position in-person, ask for a job application form,
then take it home with you to complete. You can take your time filling it out
so it will be neat and accurate when you return to drop it off.
How to
Make the Best Impression
ü When You Apply In-Person: When you
stop by to pick up or drop off a job application form, be sure you're dressed
appropriately. You may end up speaking to the hiring manager, and it's
important to look professional just in case you get an on-the-spot interview.
ü In-Person Job Application Checklist: If you review an in-person job application
list beforehand, you'll avoid making any glaring errors during the interview
process.
ü When You Apply Online: Job
application forms for many companies are often available online, so be ready to
complete them. For example, a Walmart Employment Application can be completed
online, and the same holds true for many other large national employers. In
fact, some employers no longer accept paper applications, and applicants are
required to apply on the company website or on the site where the company
listed the job openings.
ü Always Follow the Instructions: Explicitly follow the instructions when
completing both online and paper job applications. The slightest error could
knock your application out of the running before an employer even gets a chance
to look at it.
Tip:You might also want to check
the company website or the fine print on the job application form, to verify
you've followed the directions as instructed.
ü Review Before You Submit:
Thoroughly read the instructions for applying for employment before you click
the submit button (or hand in your application). Make sure every field is
filled in. Some companies refuse to accept an incomplete application.
ü Notify Your References: Let your
references know that you've listed them on your application so that they can
expect an email or a call.
ü Be Prepared to Take a Test: Some companies test applicants for employment
in order to determine whether the candidate is a good match for the job.
Companies who conduct pre-employment tests (such as talent assessments) are
seeking applicants that match their precise hiring criteria.
Being
prepared for employment tests will help you respond better to
employment-related questions. Some companies require drug tests for applicants
seeking employment.
Job Application Form Sample
The
following is an example of a paper job application. It also includes the
information you'll be required to input if you apply for a job online.
Instructions: Print
clearly in black or blue ink. Answer all questions. Sign and date the form.
Personal Information
First
Name: _____________________________
Middle
Name: ___________________________
Last
Name: _____________________________
Street
Address: __________________________
City,
State, Zip Code: _____________________
Phone
Number: (___)_____________________
Email
Address: __________________________
Have you
ever applied to / worked for [Our Company] before? [ ] Y or [ ] N
If yes,
please explain (include date): ________________________
Do you
have any friends, relatives, or acquaintances working for [Our Company]? [ ] Y
or [ ] N
If yes,
state name & relationship: ________________________________
If hired,
would you have transportation to/from work? [ ] Y or [ ] N
Are you
over the age of 18? [ ] Y or [ ] N
If you
are under the age of 18, do you have an employment/age certificate? [ ] Y or [ ] N
If hired,
would you be able to present evidence of your U.S. citizenship or proof of your
legal right to work in the United States? [ ] Y or [ ] N
Have you
been convicted of or pleaded no contest to a felony within the last five
years? [ ] Y or [ ] N
If yes,
please describe the crime - state the nature of the crime(s), when and where
convicted, and the disposition (final settlement) of the case:
________________________________________________________________
If hired,
are you willing to submit to a controlled substance test? [ ] Y or [ ] N
Position
and Availability
Position
Applying For: ___________________________
Desired
Salary: $________
Are you
applying for:
Temporary
work – such as summer or holiday work? [ ] Y or [ ] N
Regular
part-time work? [ ] Y or [ ] N
Regular
full-time work? [ ] Y or [ ] N
If
applying for temporary work, indicate your desired length of employment below:
Start
date: ___ / ___ / ___ End date: ____ / ____ / ____
Days/Hours
Available
Monday
____
Tuesday
____
Wednesday
____
Thursday
____
Friday
____
Saturday
____
Sunday
____
Hours
Available: from _______ to ______
Are you
available to work overtime? [ ] Y or [ ] N
If hired,
on what date can you start working? ___ / ___ / ___
Are you
able to perform the essential functions of the job for which you are applying,
either with / without reasonable accommodation? [ ] Y or [ ] N
If no,
describe the functions that cannot be performed:
_____________________________________________________________
Education,
Training and Experience
High
School:
School
Name: ________________________
School
Address:________________________
School
City, State, Zip:________________________________
Number of
years completed: _______________
Did you
graduate? [ ] Y or [ ] N
Degree /
Diploma earned: _______________
College /
University:
School
Name: __________________________
School
Address:________________________
School
City, State, Zip:________________________________
Number of
years completed: ________
Did you
graduate? [ ] Y or [ ] N
Degree /
Diploma Earned: __________________
Vocational
School:
School
Name: ________________________
School
Address: ______________________
School
City, State, Zip: ________________________________
Number of
years completed: ________
Did you
graduate? [ ] Y or [ ] N
Degree /
Diploma earned: __________________
Military:
Branch:
______________________________
Rank in
Military:________________________
Total
Years of Service: ________
Skills/Duties:
__________________________________
Related
Details:________________________________
Skills
and Qualifications: Licenses, Skills, Training, Awards
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
Do you
speak, write or understand any foreign languages? [ ] Y or [ ] N
If yes,
list which languages(s) and how fluent you consider yourself to be:
____________________
Employment
History
You
should be prepared to detail each position for the past five years and account
for any gaps in employment during that period.
Are you
currently employed? [ ] Y or [ ] N
If you
are currently employed, may we contact your current employer? [ ] Y or [ ] N
Name of
Employer:_____________________________________
Name of
Supervisor:____________________________________
Telephone
Number:_____________________________________
Business
Type:________________________________________
Address:_____________________________________________
City,
State, Zip:________________________________________
Length of
Employment (Include Dates): _____________
Salary/Hourly
Rate of Pay: ____________
Position
& Duties: _______________________________________________________
Reason
for Leaving: _____________________________________________________
Name of
Employer: _____________________________________
Name of
Supervisor: ____________________________________
Telephone
Number:_____________________________________
Business
Type:________________________________________
Address:_____________________________________________
City,
State, Zip:________________________________________
Length of
Employment (Include Dates): _____________
Salary/Hourly
Rate of Pay: ____________
Position
& Duties: _______________________________________________________
Reason
for Leaving:
May we
contact this employer for references? [ ] Y or [ ] N
Name of
Employer:_____________________________________
Name of
Supervisor:____________________________________
Telephone
Number:_____________________________________
Business
Type:________________________________________
Address:_____________________________________________
City,
State, Zip:________________________________________
Length of
Employment (Include Dates): _____________
Salary/Hourly
Rate of Pay: ____________
Position
& Duties: _______________________________________________________
Reason
for Leaving: _____________________________________________________
May we
contact this employer for references? [ ] Y or [ ] N
References
List
below three persons who have knowledge of your work performance within the last
four years. Please include professional references only.
First and
Last Name: _____________________________________
Telephone
Number: ______________________________________
Email
Address: __________________________________________
Address:_______________________________________________
City,
state, zip:__________________________________________
Occupation:
____________________________________________
Number of
Years Acquainted: ______________________________
First and
Last Name: _____________________________________
Telephone
Number: ______________________________________
Email
Address: __________________________________________
Address:_______________________________________________
City,
state, zip:__________________________________________
Occupation:
____________________________________________
Number of
Years Acquainted: ______________________________
First and
Last Name: _____________________________________
Telephone
Number: ______________________________________
Email
Address: __________________________________________
Address:_______________________________________________
City,
state, zip:__________________________________________
Occupation:
____________________________________________
Number of
Years Acquainted: ______________________________
Certification
I certify
that the information contained in this application is true and complete. I
understand that false information may be grounds for not hiring me or for
immediate termination of employment if I am hired. I authorize the verification
of any and all information listed above.
Signature:
______________________________ Date: ______________
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