Archive for the 'job application' Category

Will a company look at a job application before the deadline has passed?

August 3rd, 2010

I’m a recent graduate and I’m currently applying for full-time jobs. The job that I really want, however, does not have it’s deadline for another 2 months! Is it possible that they will look at my application before then and let me know whether or not i’m suitable for the job?
Thanks all.
Whilst most places have [...]

How do I describe my computer skills on a job application?

July 28th, 2010

There is one section on this online application that says list your computer skills. I’m unsure what to include. I’m 24 and through schooling and using a computer independently I’m skilled in all of the microsoft office applications: word, powerpoint, and excel. I can type very fast but I’m not sure how [...]

When you fill a job application, how important are questions like gender and ethnicity? Are we biased?

July 25th, 2010

Whenever I fill a job application, I find it confusing to whether fill out these two questions. Are we biased against gender and ethnicity? Are there any laws to prevent these biases?
Actually the EEOC requires they submit a report of all reported Genders and Races of employees so they are in fact legally required to [...]

What should i put for pc knowledge on a gamestop job application?

July 22nd, 2010

Hi im 18 years old and im looking for a job and im applying at gamestop.And what i put down for pc knowledge was window vista,windows 7,mac,linux but i don’t kno if that’s right.So what should i put for pc knowledge on a gamestop job application?
A list of operating systems you have heard of is [...]

How long do I wait to ask about a job after submitting an application?

June 27th, 2010

I submitted an application at Eddie Bauer yesterday. I really want to work there and I need to start working soon since I’m only working for the summer. I already have two other job offers at places that want me to start working ASAP that I would probably give up if Eddie Bauer accepted my [...]

Job application - What is the most challenging experience of your life to date?

June 24th, 2010

I’m currently filling in a job application and this is the question I’m on… Not that I don’t have anything to say, just nothing that I would even consider putting into a job application! What would be a good answer for this?
Put like taking the ACT/SAT or saving someone from a burning building
(dont lie, just [...]

How often should you check on a job application?

June 21st, 2010

I waited about 3 or 4 days to call and check up on an application I had submitted for the first time, and that was on Monday. He told me he wouldn’t be doing interviews until probably the next week. Today is Sunday, so should I call again tomorrow? If so, do I just say [...]

What to say when calling about a job application status?

June 18th, 2010

I filled out a job application and was told to call back in 2 weeks to check up on the status but that’s too damn long to wait and I need a job NOW. So how long should I wait to call and what to say when calling about the status of a job?
If they [...]

What is the proper way to withdraw a job application?

June 15th, 2010

Back in March and April, I filled out several online job applications for position with various companies in my industry. I eventually accepted one of them. Today, one of their competitors called offering me an interview. What is the appropriate way to withdraw my application, while still expressing interest in this company [...]

What should I do about the references section on this job application?

May 4th, 2010

I’m 19, and I’m applying for a job at a clothing store. On the application, they asked for my employment history, and I listed two previous jobs that I did back in 2008. On the application, they ask for permission to contact my former employers. My problem is that since I worked two years ago [...]