How to fill out a job application correctly

When we go to a company to do a job interview, before proceeding to do it, they may ask us to fill out a job application. If this is the case, we will have to put a lot of care and attention into doing it, since it will be one of the documents that, together with our curriculum and the result of the personal interview, form part of our assessment as candidates. In this article we are going to detail what all these aspects are that you must take into account to fill out a job application correctly and make yourself, with that job that interests you so much.

Guidelines for filling out a job application correctly

To correctly fill out a job application, it is necessary to follow a series of guidelines:

  • Read the application carefully: see what is required in each field to fill it in correctly. If you present it full of deletions, you will give an image of a careless worker, just like if you abuse the concealer. Do not forget to review it before submitting it to correct possible grammatical or orthographic errors.
  • Write with a clear letter: if you have the clear letter, use lowercase letters. If not, write in uppercase.
  • It has prepared the necessary information: you should avoid as far as possible leaving gaps in the application. It is also not a good idea to take out the curriculum and start copying the data. The best thing is that you memorize the dates of entry and exit of works, companies, studies, etc., and fill them without needing to consult them.
  • When describing your work experience, emphasize tasks or tasks equal to the position you are opting for, as well as the achievements in those positions. That way, your request will be much more effective.
  • Pay attention to the references: the best thing is to have communicated to your previous employers that you are going to record your contact information in a job application so that they are aware of the possible call of the coach.
  • Remember that everything will be part of your valuation, so your attitude when collecting, filling and delivering the application will also be taken into account.

Other recommendations to keep in mind

Next, we show you other recommendations that you should keep in mind when you have to fill out a job application:

  • Regarding your academic training, it is important that you include your most recent academic qualifications and activities, as well as those that are directly related to the job you are applying for.
  • If you are asked questions about the vacancy, it is best that you have previously researched a little about the company to know what your vision and mission is, and, thus, be able to adapt your responses to them a little.
  • In questions about hobbies and hobbies, it is important that you be honest, but also try to respond with activities that are a bit related to the job. That is, if you are applying for a journalist position, it is important to see that you are passionate about reading, writing, etc.
  • Answer all questions honestly and avoid exaggerating or minimizing your knowledge.

Write a good CV

A fundamental part to find a job is to write a good CV . We have different articles aimed at making a good CV, although if you want to go a step further, there are specialized web pages such as LiveCareer that will help you prepare a good CV and find a job.

In the following article we also show you how to act correctly in a job interview.