Filling
In Application Forms
Application forms are designed to screen you out
rather than to get you in. Because of this you
need to put a lot of thought and research into
answering each question, to be competitive in
your application.
Always provide detailed information - This is
the perfect opportunity to highlight those aspects
of your life and career that the recruiter will
be interested in.
Make good use of the space provided for each answer
by being as comprehensive as possible. How you
answer the questions on the form will give the
recruiter a picture of you and what you can offer
the company.
Remember this is the only chance you have of getting
an interview so take your time and do the best
you can. Here are some great tips to help you
out.
Open a personal file and collect together all
the information you will need to fill in in an
application form - such as your CV, certificates,
letters of reference. Keep extra copies of these
documents to enclose with application forms.
Research the company you are applying to before
filling out the form - to help you focus your
answers on meeting the company's needs. It will
help your application stand out.
Make photocopies of the application form to practice
on. Keep the original form for your final draft.
Read through the form carefully making sure you
understand all the instructions and questions.
Draft your answers in rough first. Think carefully
how you are going to convey your skills and abilities
through the questions asked, and bearing in mind
the research you have done on the company.
Check spelling and punctuation, and get a friend
or colleague to double-check it for you! NOW complete
the original form neatly in black ink.
Remember to enclose certified copies of the required
documents with your application.
The most important thing is don`t tell lies a
skilled interviewer will quickly uncover any inconsistencies
if/when you are interviewed
Make a copy of your completed application before
submitting it: it is valuable to have a record
of exactly what you said in the form in case you
get called for an interview.
Make sure you get it in before the closing date
and allow extra time for the slow postage!
Now
cross your fingers and wait.
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