Introduction
There are many businesses that now provide job applications online. This is a great feature and is very convenient for job seekers who may find a job listing online for that specific business. While interactive, convenient and quick, the process can be confusing for someone who has never completed an application online. Here are some basic tips that will help make the online job application process easier.
Step 1
Filling out a job application online is really no different than filling out one on a piece of paper. Simple typing skills and access to your personal information is all you really need to complete the process. Not all online job applications are exactly alike, so you will need to make sure you read each section thoroughly as you are completing your online job application.
Step 2
Making sure you spell everything correctly is just as important with online job applications as it is with applications you fill out on paper. Double check your spelling and your grammar for errors. The last thing you want to do is ruin your chances of getting a chance at a job you really want all because you didn’t spell something right. Believe it or not, potential employers will look at this and misspelled words and grammatical errors will be noticed!
Step 3
Some of the online job applications will have numerous interactive features such as drop down menus, pop up calendars, multiple positions you can select from or other things you may find confusing. Double check and make sure you select the right items when they have interactive features built in to their online job application process.
Step 4
If you have or have not ever filled out online job applications you may have to deal with multiple pages in order to complete one application. Some applications will have a span of several pages. This is usually made very explicit as you go through the process of filling out the application. You may find there is a “next” button or something towards the bottom of the page that you click and that will lead you to the next page. It is a good idea to make sure your java program is up-to-date on the computer you are using. Many of the applications have built in java script and the application process may not work properly if your java program is not updated properly.
Step 5
Some businesses require that you register in order to fill out online job applications with their company. If that is the case, you will need to make sure you register with an email address you can access. You will also need to make sure you keep up with your registration information. There will most likely be a password to create as well. Any information you use in the registration process is information you need to keep on file.
Filling out online job applications isn’t rocket science. It is generally a pretty simple process that will require you go through several steps to completion. Once you hit that “submit” button, your information is electronically delivered to it’s destination and hopefully you will receive a call and interview soon!
Tips
Make sure you use proper grammer and spell everything correctly when filling out an online job application.
