This is a guide about writing a resume.

1. Completing
Effective
Job
Applications

2. Always read and follow instructions.

3. Thompson Jacob M
Super
Fods
Use Black Ink. Other colors are not professional
and do not photo copy well.
Make application neat and accurate. Don’t do
scratch marks. Get a Second Application if needed.
09/12/0
9
Thompson
Super Foods

4. Find out what jobs are open.
Super Foods 09/12/0
9
Anything
Thompson Jacob M
Do not put “anything”, use a job title.
Cashier

5. 141 N Main St. Any-town, USA
55555
(555)555-3333
N/AN/A
Do not leave blank spaces.
Be specific with a start date.
9/13/09
Super Foods 09/12/0
9
Thompson Jacob M
N/ACashier

6. 141 N Main St. Any-town, USA
55555
(555)555-3333
N/AN/A
9/13/09Cashier N/A
x x
x
x x
x x
x
x x7am to
11pm
x
x
x
x
x
Have alternate
transp.
Be specific with availability.
Explain transportation options.
Answer all questions on application.

7. x
x
Mid-state Tech 1/06
5/06
GED, May
2006
N/AN/A N/A
Cash Handling course, June 2008 at the
Job Center
Include any special training you have had.
Sun City Jaycees, 2006 - present
Being a member of a group can help you get a job!
Be accurate on education levels.

8. Know all the data about your previous jobs.
Hardees
Restaurant
142 S. Main
St.Any-town, USA
5555 Cheryl
Nelson9 months
11/08 07/09
6.75
7.35
Employer Address
Supervisor or contact name
Dates of Employment
Salary
x
x
Cashi
er

9. Don’t put down anything negative but be honest.
Hardees
Restaurant
142 S. Main
St.Any-town, USA
5555 Cheryl
Nelson9 months
11/08 07/09
6.75
7.35
x
x
Cashi
er
Boss was a
jerk
Job
advancement

10. Describe your job duties concisely.
Hardees
Restaurant
142 S. Main
St.Any-town, USA
5555 Cheryl
Nelson9 months
11/08 07/09
6.75
7.35
x
x
Cashi
er
Job
advancementResponsible for taking and filling
orders at the drive-thru. Maintained an
accurate cash drawer.
Include any special recognition you received at the job.
Was awarded “Most Accurate Cashier”
three different months.

11. Indicate if it is ok to talk to your current
and past employer(s).
If you indicate “no”, be prepared to
explain the reason in an interview.
X X

12. ALWAYS ask before you use
someone as a reference.
Be prepared with both Personal and
Work References.
Beth Johnson 148 Main St. Any-town, USA 55555
960 N. Sherman Any-town, USA
PO Box 74 Sun City, 54824
Mike Sherman
Anna Segal
555/555-7000
555/555-1212
555/555-1111
X X

13. ALWAYS be sure to sign the application!
Beth Johnson 148 Main St. Any-town, USA 55555
960 N. Sherman Any-town, USA
PO Box 74 Sun City, 54824
Mike Sherman
Anna Segal
555/555-7000
555/555-1212
555/555-1111
X X
Jacob Thompson 9/12/09

14. Bring a pocket dictionary to ensure accurate
spelling.
Always allow yourself a half hour to complete
an application on-site and complete it on-site.
Don’t do a marathon grab-and-take approach.
Ask for a new application if a mistake was
made. An employer is more impressed with a
person being concerned about getting it right
who is willing to ask for another application.
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