Application for employment

Application for Employment

An Application for Employment is a standard business document that is prepared with questions deemed relevant by an employer in order for the employer to determine the best candidate to be given the responsibility of fulfilling the work needs of the company. Most companies provide such forms to anyone upon request, at which point it becomes the responsibility of the applicant to complete the form and return it to the employer for consideration.

Overview

The Application for Employment form is designed to obtain information from job applicants that will help the employer decide whether the applicant is suitable for the job. The form allows the employer to review the qualifications, skills, and experience of the applicant in a standardized way.

Sections of an Application for Employment

Personal Information

This section includes the applicant's full name, address, contact number, and email address. It may also ask for the applicant's Social Security number and eligibility to work in the country.

Employment History

This section asks for details about the applicant's previous employment, including the names and addresses of previous employers, dates of employment, positions held, and reasons for leaving.

Education and Qualifications

This section asks for information about the applicant's educational background, including the names and locations of schools attended, dates of attendance, degrees or certifications earned, and any special skills or qualifications related to the job.

References

This section asks for the names and contact information of people who can provide a professional reference for the applicant. These references are typically former employers, colleagues, teachers, or other individuals who can vouch for the applicant's skills and qualifications.

Legal Issues

In the United States, employers are required to comply with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's regulations, which prohibit asking certain questions on an application for employment, such as questions about an applicant's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

See Also

• Job Interview
• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae