The document provides a checklist for preparing resumes and job applications, emphasizing the importance of gathering personal information, educational background, and employment history. It advises on what details to include, such as company names and duties, as well as additional information like special skills and references. It also notes that resumes should not include sensitive information like date of birth or social security numbers.

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Resume and Job Application Checklist
Gather this information ahead of time to make resume writing and filling out job
applications less stressful.
Personal Information:
Full name, address, email and phone numbers, date of birth and social security number.
Applications will ask for most of this. Resumes should never have date of birth or your social
security number on them.
Education:
List schools most recent first.
Name of High School, Location (City/State), Year graduated or years attended
Name of college, Location (City/State), Year graduated or years attended, degree/major
Employment History:
Gather the following info for all employers in the last 10 years. Begin with most recent, then
work backwards.
· Company name, address and phone #
· Name of Supervisor
· Dates of employment
· Pay Rate ($ per hour, week, month or year)
· Title/Position held
· Description of duties and accomplishments. Be concise, space will be limited.
· Reason for leaving
Extras:
Include things like:
· Special skills
· Computer knowledge & experience
· Certifications/Awards
· Volunteer
References:
Name, address & phone of each.
If possible, ask a reference if they would write a letter of recommendation. If so, make copies
for your files and future job searches.
*References should be aware prospective employers may be calling.
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