Chapter 6

JOB APPLICATIONS:
Techniques and Tips
“if opportunity doesn’t knock, build a door.”
- Milton Berle
 JOB APPLICATIONS
• A written component of job search process
besides Resumes and Letters.
• Resume or a ready made Master Copy of
Application helpful in filling JA.

Note: Accuracy of information vital

 JOB APPLICATIONS
BEFORE / WHILE FILLING IT:
• Read the application thoroughly.
• Fill it Correctly and Honestly.
• Put Signature and Date in given place.
• Do not omit or misrepresent anything.

Note: Falsification of information leads to

immediate dismissal.
 JOB APPLICATIONS
GENERAL ADVICE:
• Do not skip any thing.
• Neat and Legible handwriting.
• Fill “NA” or “Not Applicable” or “-” if a
section or line not applicable for you.
 JOB APPLICATIONS
TIPS FOR FILLING OUT A JOB APPLICATION:
• Always use black or blue ink and avoid
pencil and marker.
• Check directions carefully.
• Spelling should be correct.
• Handle sections on salary carefully – use
“open” or “negotiable” – past details of
salary should be correct.
• Practice
 JOB APPLICATIONS
ILLEGAL QUESTIONS:
• Race, Ancestry, Place of Origin, Colour,
Ethnic origin, Citizenship, Creed, Sex,
Sexual Orientation, Age, Record of
Offences, Marital Status, Same-Sex
partnership status, Family Status,
Handicap.
Note: Its up to you to decide what you will
answer.
 JOB APPLICATIONS
NOW YOU ARE FAMILIAR WITH:
• Role of Job Application.
• Awareness on illegal questions.
• How to fill applications accurately and
correctly.