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This guide provides an introduction to the job application process, highlighting its significance in securing employment. Key elements include understanding the primary purpose of job applications, essential information to include, and tips for creating an effective application. It emphasizes the importance of neatness, accuracy, and thoroughness, along with advice on selecting professional references who can vouch for your skills. A practical activity allows students to complete a job application for a cashier position at the school store, reinforcing learning through hands-on experience.
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Bell Ringer: Do now • What do you think the first step in the job application process is? • What is the primary goal of a job application? • Where would you turn in your job application if you were applying for a job? • Why are job applications important? BONUS: What does n/a mean?
Job Applications Introduction to Business & Marketing
What Is A Job Application? • Form that employers give to potential employees to complete • Lists relevant information: • Work Experience • Education • Skills • References
How Important Are They? • It screens you out or in! • You are making your first impression! • Creates the basis for the interview!
Tips For A Good Application • Complete the form neatly • Spell all words correctly • Use a pen with blue or black ink • Answer every question – write “N/A” for those questions that are not applicable • Use your full name (not a nickname)
Watch out for… • Incomplete or missing information • Inaccurate information • Any unintentional marks, such as scribbles or marking out words • Colored ink or pencil • Listing “anything” for your preferred position
Who should be a reference? • People who know your work habits and personal traits well • People who can confidently recommend you for the job • People you have known for a significant amount of time
Professional References • Always ask for permission to use their contact information! • You may consider: • Teachers • Former employers • Friends established as business contacts
The Application Process • Keep your form neat and clean • Follow directions carefully and completely • Check your spelling (F7 key) • Sign the job application • Read over your completed form
Activity • We will now complete a Job Application in class: • Job title: Cashier • Location: The School Store • Pay: $9.75/hr