Printable Job Application Form

PERSONAL INFORMATION: First Name _____________________________ Middle Name ___________________________ Last Name _____________________________ Street Address_______________________________________________________ City, State, Zip Code_____________________________________________________ Phone Number(___)___________________________________ Are you eligible to work in the United States? Yes _______ No_______ Have you been convicted of a felony within the last five years? Yes_______ No_______ If yes, please explain: _________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ POSITION/AVAILABILITY: Position Applied For________________________________________ Days/Hours Available Monday ____  Tuesday ____  Wednesday ____  Thursday ____  Friday ____  Saturday ____  Sunday ____ Hours Available: from _______ to ______ What date are you available to start work? ________________________________________ EDUCATION: Name and Address Of School - Degree/Diploma - Graduation Date _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ Skills and Qualifications: Licenses, Skills, Training, Awards _____________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________ EMPLOYMENT HISTORY: Present Or Last Position: Employer: _____________________________________________________ Address:______________________________________________________ Supervisor: ____________________________________________________ Phone: _______________________________ Email: ________________________________ Position Title: _________________________ From: ______________ To: ______________ Responsibilities: ____________________________________________________ Salary: _______________ Reason for Leaving: ____________________________________________ =========== Previous Position: Employer: _____________________________________________________ Address:______________________________________________________ Supervisor: ____________________________________________________ Phone: _______________________________ Email: ________________________________ Position Title: _________________________ From: ______________ To: ______________ Responsibilities: ___________________________________________________ Salary: _______________ Reason for Leaving: ____________________________________________ May We Contact Your Present Employer? Yes _____ No _____ References: Name/Title Address Phone _________________________________________________________________ Signature______________________________ Date__________________________________

Part 2. The Résumé.

Reading

A résumé is an individualized, written summary of your personal, educational, and experience qualifications. It is designed to present you as a prospective employee.

A resume is like a written sales presentation. It alone will not get you a job. However, an effective resume creates a favorable impression of you while presenting your abilities and experience. Your resume can be used as a response to an ad (with a good letter of introduction, or cover letter). It can be part of a direct-mail campaign. It can also be used as a letter of introduction for an interview or for friends or acquaintances who may discuss you with their employers. It is a fact sheet that tells a prospective employer that you are a desirable, prospective employee.

Planning your resume.

Remember that your resume is an individualized presentation of your qualifications for a particular job. This means that you might want to prepare a few different resumes, depending on the types of jobs you are applying for. Whether you are preparing one or several resumes, there are several steps to planning a resumes, there are several steps to planning a resume.

The first step is to select the information that you want to use. Ask yourself: “Which parts of my training and experience are related to the kind of job I want?” “Which parts, if any, are unrelated?” Give all necessary details about jobs you have had that relate to the job you want. Do not emphasize unrelated jobs.

Next, you must arrange the information you have selected. To catch an employer’s attention, plan to list your best qualifications early in your resume. Ask yourself: “Is my work experience the most important part of my resume? Or, “Will a prospective employer be more interested in my education and training?”

You can organize the resume several ways: by job, by function, or by a combination of both. The job (or chronological) format lists jobs and experiences in the order they occurred. You should present the most recent job first, then the next most recent job and so on. The function (or skills) format is not a chronological listing of your jobs. It is a collection of specific examples of how you have demonstrated certain desirable, marketable skills. This format lets you emphasize your most important job skills.

Your resume should be detailed enough to give a prospective employer the information needed to assess your qualifications. But it should also be concise. A busy employer wants the important facts in as few words as possible. With the exception of a few kinds of jobs (for example, professors), resumes should be kept on one or two pages, if possible.

Identification. The first section should include your name, local address with zip code and telephone number with area code.

Work experience. Use English translations, whenever possible, for the names of schools and companies. It is understood that persons’ names cannot be translated. Sometimes a brief description is better than a direct translation. For example:

Oscar Gomez y Compania

Ingenieros Consultores

Oscar Gomez and Associates

Consulting Engineers (better)

Ferretteria Garcia

Garcia Hardware (better)

Universidad de los Andes

University of the Andes (better)

SENA (Servicio Nacional de Aprendizaje)

SENA (National Vocational Training Center) (better)

You can arrange your work in two ways. Choose the one that presents your work experience better. Organize it:

1. By job or chronologically: List each job separately (even if the jobs were within the same place), starting with the most recent one and working backward. For each job, list dates of employment, name and address (include city and country) of the business, position you held, job duties, and any special accomplishments.

2. By function: List the specific functions (fields of specialization or types of work, such as teaching/training, sales promotion, or personnel management) you performed that are related to the job you want. Then, briefly describe the work you have done in each of these fields, without breaking it down by jobs.

Education: (If this is your strongest point, put it before your work history). List your formal education, including: names and addresses (include city and country) of schools, dates, attends, degrees or certificates received, and your major subjects or areas of specialization. If you are a recent graduate, you may want to add extracurricular activities that related to the job you want.

Personal background and interests: If it is appropriate to the job you want, include information about your knowledge of foreign languages (include your native language and all other languages you know); volunteer or recreational activities; special skills, such as typing, shorthand, or the ability to operate special equipment; membership in professional organizations (translate titles, if necessary); and publications, inventions, or patents.

A. Tips for a CV (resume)

Put summary in a box at the top – one short paragraph with your current position and objectives. Put “Work experience” before “Education” with the most recent jobs first. Include references at the end or at least a line saying there’re available on demand.

Be specific in your descriptions or responsibilities in previous jobs.

Include lots of action verbs.

Focus on achievements (i.e. important things you have done) rather than skills.

DON’T leave gaps in your employment record and DON’T put down many jobs in a short time.

B. Tips for a cover letter.

Include a cover letter with your CV. This could be the body of an email if you’re sending the CV as an attachment.

In the cover letter:

• Refer to the particular vacancy (e.g. where you saw it advertised).

• Show how your skills and experience would be relevant.

• Highlight a couple of points from your CV.

• Say when you’re available for interview.

• Generally “sell” yourself.

For more help use an Internet search. First choose a word like “CV” or “resume” or “cover letter” and then add a word like “tips” or “example” or “advice”.

C. Work in groups. Look at these resumes. Write down your own resume.

James McMinn 271 Green St. Ithaca, NY 14850 Home (817) 456-9713 Email: jmc_james@gmail.com OBJECTIVE To obtain a position as accountant, in a prestigious accounting firm. QUALIFICATIONS Fast decision maker. Organized and detail-oriented professional. Outstanding analytical and communication skills. Capable of using Microsoft Office Package including Outlook Express, Class, and Peachtree Accounting. Languages: Excellent English, German – good vocabulary but not very fluent. EXPERIENCE Accountant J&M and Partners, Indianapolis, Indiana 2009 to Present Responsible of the accounts receivable and payroll payment, set up the general ledger and assist with the preparation of the annual budget. Accountant Accounting Associates, Indianapolis, Indiana 2004 - 2008 In charge of accounts payable procedures, billing, control accounting, preparing reports, etc. EDUCATION Bachelor in Accounting, 2004  University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA

Isabella Smith 2352 Falls Road Baltimore, MD 21208 - (410) 585 – 3130 - isabella_5474@gmail.com Objective To find a job as a Hotel Manager in a hotel chain. Qualifications Outstanding verbal, written and listening skills. In-depth knowledge of mathematical and financial aspects. Proficient at using a variety of computer applications. Capable of managing stress. Detail- oriented. Strong analytical skills. Languages: fluent Spanish and German Employment History Guest Service Attendant Hampton Inn and Suites, Baltimore, MD 2006 - Present Plan and develop hotel services as accommodation, catering, conferences, etc. Establish policies to improve customer service. Deal and solve customer’s queries and complaints. Set goals and make they are accomplished. Customer Service Agent Brexton Hotel, Baltimore, MD 1999 to 2006 Manage, direct and supervise daily operations of the hotel as: Conference management, housekeeping, weekly stock, guest-list, bed book, reservations, engineering, etc. Assign tasks to the employees. Train new employees. Education Master of Business Administration Morgan State University, Baltimore, MD 2004 - 2006 B.S. in Hospitality Management Morgan State University, Baltimore, MD 1999 - 2004 References Available upon request

Gerson Grison 585 Wyoming St. Detroit, MI 48092 (313) 575 – 3019 (313) 903 – 9214 gg.grison@gmail.com Objective To achieve a position as an Industrial Engineer in a company where I can use my knowledge and gain more. Summary of Experience Certified by the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies. Capable of interpreting all kind of technical drawings. Detail-oriented and good problems-solver. Unique ability to improve production rates, without increasing the costs. Outstanding imagination and creativity. Strong analytical and communication skill. Languages: Excellent English and Ukrainian. Employment History Blair Manufacturing, Detroit, MI Senior Industrial Engineer, 2007 - Present Design and implement production processes to improve productivity. Carry out time studies to define what aspects should be improved. Propose changes to the executives, in order to make the manufacture process faster. Schedule activities and organize resources and staff in order to meet deadlines. Manage and meet budgets. Drapery Manufacturing, Detroit, MI Junior Industrial Engineer, 2000 - 2006 Assist senior engineers, specially the head of the department. Monitor machine’s utilization and the staff performance. Prepare and present monthly reports. Install new equipment and instruct the employees about the utilization and maintenance of this equipment. Federal Pipe & Supply, Detroit, MI Computer Administrator Operator, 1998 - 2000 Provide maintenance to the computers in the company. In charge of data entry. Update applications and the information in the database. Create reports when required. Assist workers when a computer problem presents. Education B.S. in Industrial Engineering Wayne State University, Detroit, MI 1999 – 2003 A.A.S. Computer Information Systems Schoolcraft College, Livonia, MI 1996 – 1998

Part 3. Interviews.

Reading

A job interview is your opportunity to present your talents to a prospective employer. During the interview, an employer judges your qualifications, appearance, and general fitness for the job opening. It is your opportunity to convince the employer that you can make a real contribution. Equally important, the interview gives you a chance to evaluate the job, the employer, and the company. The interview helps you decide if the job meets your career needs and interests and whether the employer is the kind you want to work for. Before each interview, though, you should act as if the job you are applying for is the one you want – because it may be. To present your qualifications most advantageously, you have to prepare. You should have the needed papers ready and the necessary information about yourself memorized. And you should know how to act at the interview to make it an opportunity to “sell” your skills. Following are specific suggestions to help you prepare for a successful employment interview. You should be able to follow these suggestions particularly well because of the discussions you had during the “thinking and talking” part of your job search.

- Learn all you can about the company where you are going for an interview – its product or service, standing in the industry, number and kinds of jobs available, and hiring policies and practices.

- Practice answering questions the interviewer may ask you with an English-speaking friend.

- Know (memorize) what you can contribute to the employer: your education and training, your work experience, and what you know how to do. Write down the questions you want to ask during the interview.

- Practice your part in an employment interview with someone who can give you advice on your performance.

- Practice talking about yourself, your background, why you want the job, and what you have to offer. Do this alone a few times. Then practice with the English-speaking friend who can help you with your grammar and pronunciation, as well as content.

- Learn the normal salary scale for the kind of job you are seeking.

- Don’t bring anyone with you to the interview.

- Allow as much uninterrupted time for the interview as necessary. (For example, don’t park your car in a limited time space.)

- Dress correctly for the interview. Women should not wear bright, tight or revealing (sexy) clothing. Women should also not wear too much jewelry, perfume, or makeup. Men should also avoid bright or tight clothing; too much jewelry or cologne; T-shirts, blue jeans, or tennis shoes. Colors and designs should be conservative and coordinated. Women should wear skirts or skirt suits (without slits). It is better for women not to wear pants. For both women and men, shirts should not be unbuttoned more than one button. Clothes should be clean, ironed, well fitting, and comfortable. Do not be too informal, but do not be too formal, too. Dress a little better than you would for the job. Try not to dress better than the employer.

- Reassure yourself that the employer wants to hire someone who will benefit the company. Being well prepared and organized for the interview will help you convey the message that you are that person.

A. Work in pairs. Speak about how to prepare for a job interview.

Before the interview find out:

1. how old the company is.

2. how many people it employs.

3. what the turnover is.

4. how fast it is growing.

5. where its headquarters are.

6. who the Managing Director is.

2. During the interview:

a. answer questions fully.

b. stick to the point.

c. don’t talk for too long.

d. take control of the agenda yourself.

e. give examples in answers.

f. ask questions.

Language review.

Modals: ability requests and offers.

Form

+ I/ You/ He/ She/ It/ We/ They can go.

- I/ You/ He/ She/ It/ We/ They can’t (= cannot) go.

? Can I/ You/ He/ She/ It/ We/ They go?

Uses

1. We use can and could to:

• make requests.

Can I make a phone call?

Could you tell me the time, please? (a little more formal)

• give or refuse permission.

You can use my phone.

You can’t go in there. It’s private.

• make an offer.

Can I take your coat?

I can take you to the station if you like.

• describe ability.

Woman can become train drivers.

When he was younger he could (= was able to) run a marathon in under three hours.

• say that something is possible or impossible.

You can make a lot of money if you work hard.

I can’t get through to them. Their phone’s always engaged.

2. We also use could to refer to future possibilities.

I think we could increase our market share in the long term.

3. We use would to:

- make requests.

Would you open the door for me, please?

• make offers.

Would you like a glass of water?

• describe imaginary situations.

I would buy a Ferrari if I had enough money.