How to Fill Out a Job
Application
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OBJECTIVE:
TO FILL OUT A JOB
APPLICATION WITH ACCURATE
INFORMATION. TO USE BEST
PRACTICES FOR SUCCESS AND
POTENTIAL EMPLOYMENT.
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Essential Questions
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1.
Is it ok to leave blank spaces on a job application?
a)
b)
c)
d)
2.
Should you request a specific salary?
a)
b)
c)
d)
3.
Yes
No
If you are not sure of something
Sometimes
Always
Never
Sometimes
Give a salary range
What should you bring with you to fill out an
application?
a)
b)
c)
d)
Driver’s license or Passport
Social security card
Names, addresses and phone numbers of references & past employers
All of the above
ARRIVE PREPARED
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What documents should you bring?
Names & addresses of previous employers, as well as
starting dates, job descriptions & salary information
Names, addresses & phone number of references
Blue or black pen
READ AND FOLLOW
INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
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Review the entire application before you begin
Be sure to write your answers on the correct lines and
in the right spaces, if you have a question, ask 
Write neatly, within the given space. Do not scribble
out misinformation. (bring white out, or ask for
another copy politely)
First Impressions
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Things to remember
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Turn “negatives” into “positives” (such as “job ended”
instead of “got fired”)
 Good References include:
- recent employers, co-workers, teachers, scout leader,
establishments you’ve volunteered, clergy in some
instances, adults you’ve worked for in your
neighborhood
 Use an appropriate email for yourself.
jsmith@gmail.com
johnsmith@gmail.com
smithj@gmail.com
jsmith1@gmail.com
DON’T
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DON'T leave blank spaces.
DON'T be unclear. If the question calls for a specific
answer, don't try to dodge it by being vague.
DON'T write in cursive.
DO
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DO type or neatly print your answers, and then
proofread, ask a partner to proofread with you. Read
it aloud, have someone read it to you to check for
accuracy.
DO make sure that everything that is supposed to be
included is enclosed
Assignment
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You will fill out a job application
You may use the internet to research
Phone numbers, addresses, or data needed to complete
The application accurately.
Exit Ticket
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1.
2.
3.
Is it ok to leave blank spaces on a job application?
a)
Yes
b)
No
c)
Sometimes
Should you request a specific salary?
a)
Always
b)
Never
c)
Sometimes
What should you bring with you to fill out an application?
a)
Driver’s license or Passport
b)
Social security card
c)
Names, addresses and phone numbers of references & past employers
d)
All of the above