Getting Started This Module is divided into three

Getting Started This Module is divided into three individual lessons l Lesson 1 l l Lesson 2 l l Introduction: Finding a job is like planning a trip Questions and Answers Lesson 3 l Getting Started 1

Learning Objectives l l Define the type of information that you will need for preparing your job application Identify and collect all basic information required to complete employment applications Articulate the importance of collecting the basic information you need Prepare a “Master Application” packet you can use when you look for employment Getting Started 2

Lesson 1: Planning for a Trip l Finding a job is like planning a trip Getting Started 3

Lesson 2: Questions and Answers l l l Why do you need this information? Will you use all of the information that is collected? What if you don’t have all of this information? Getting Started 4

Lesson 3: Getting Started l The Master Application l l It allows you to collect the information you need It helps you plan for how you fill out a job application It helps you identify your own strengths It helps target job opportunities Getting Started 5

The Master Application Getting Started 6

The Master Application Section 1: Personal Information l Section 2: Previous Addresses l Section 3: Identification l Section 4: Languages l Section 5: Skills l Getting Started 7

The Master Application (Cont. ) Section 6: Personal Qualities l Section 7: Areas of Interest l Section 8: Education l Section 9: Employment l Section 10: Job Description l Getting Started 8

1. Personal Information Full Name _____________________________ (As it appears on your Birth Certificate, Work Authorization documents or Social Security Card) Address __________________________ Dates of Residency ___/___ to___/___ City, State, Zip Code __________________________ Telephone Number _______________ Cell phone number ______________ (Update outgoing message, let your family know you’re expecting employer calls, and always answer politely!) Email address _____________________________ (A simple, straight-forward address, nothing too crazy!) Getting Started 9

2. Previous Address _______________ Dates of Residency (mo/yr) ___/___ to __/___(mo/yr) City, State, Zip Code __________ Getting Started 10

3. Identification Social Security Number _________ Driver’s License # ___________ Expiration Date ___/___ Authorization to Work Document #_____ Expiration Date ___/___ Getting Started 11

4. Languages (List ALL languages other than English ) _______ ( _______ ( ) Read, ( ) Read, ( ) Write, ( ) Write, ( ) Speak ) Speak LEVEL ( LEVEL ( Getting Started ) Beginner ( ) Beginner ( ) Intermediate ( ) Intermediate ( ) Advanced ) Advanced 12

5. Skills (Check all that apply) Computer Skills Office Skills Retail Skills Other Skills ( ) Microsoft Word ( ) Fax ( ) Cash handling/Register ( ) Microsoft Access ( ) Multi-line telephone ( ) Balancing Cash Drawer ( ) Microsoft Excel ( ) Filing ( ) Customer Service ( ) Microsoft Power. Point ( ) 10 -key Calculator ( ) Inventory ( ) Microsoft Outlook ( ) Accounting ( ) Management ( ) Quick. Books ( ) Typing ( ) Training ( ) Peach. Tree ( ) Data Entry ( ) ( ) Internet ( ) ( ) Getting Started 13

6. Personal Qualities - (What would an employer who knows you well say are your STRENGTHS? ) ( ) Punctual ( ) Reliable ( ) Assertive ( ) Friendly ( ) Service-oriented ( ) Detail-oriented ( ) Good Listener ( ) Fast Learner ( ) Accurate ( ) Takes Initiative ( ) Follows Directions ( ) Persistent ( ) Responsible ( ) Outgoing ( ) Attentive ( ) Creative ( ) Motivated ( ) Productive ( ) Solutions-oriented ( ) Optimistic ( ) ___________________ ( ) ___________________ ( ) _______________ Getting Started 14

7. Education High School Full Name __________________________ Address ___________________________ City, State, Zip Code ______________________ Telephone Number ______________________ Dates of Participation______________________ Area of Study _________________________ High School Diploma ( ) YES ( ) NO Date / (List most recent first!) College/Vocational/Trade School/Other Education or Training Full Name __________________________ Address ___________________________ City, State, Zip Code______________________ Telephone Number _______________________ Dates of Participation ______________________ Area of Study _________________________ Certificate or Diploma Earned _____ Date / ________________ Getting Started 15

8. Employment Employer: ____________________________ Job # ______________________________ Start Date: ____________________________ End Date: ____________________________ Job Title: ____________________________ Employer’s Address: ________________________ Supervisor’s Name and Job Title: ___________________ Supervisor’s Telephone Number: __________________ Can you list this person as a reference? _______ If “no, ” why not? : _____ Reason for Leaving: ( ) Better Opportunity, ( ) Relocated, ( ) To Pursue Education, ( ) Assignment Ended, ( ) Business Closed, ( ) Seasonal Position, ( ) Will Discuss (What will you say? ) _____________________________ Getting Started 16

9. Job Description Duties (What did you do each day? Are there any tasks that you did infrequently or on a monthly basis? Use action verbs to start each phrase. Avoid words or phrases like “handled” and “responsible for. ” For example, if you counted your cash drawer at the beginning of each shift, you could write: Counted and confirmed starting balance at beginning of shift. ) Value/Importance/Success/Achievements (What is/was the value of doing this duty? How did it contribute to the employer or you as you build/built your skills in this position? Provide a concrete example of a specific skill elated to achievement, e. g. employer of the month award for customer services) Getting Started 17

10. Areas of Interest (Industry) ( ) Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources ( ) Architecture and Construction ( ) Arts, A/V Technology & Communications ( ) Business, Management, and Administration ( ) Education & Training ( ) Finance ( ) Government & Public Administration ( ) Health Science ( ) Hospitality & Tourism ( ) Human Services ( ) Information Technology ( ) Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security ( ) Manufacturing ( ) Marketing, Sales, & Service ( ) Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics ( ) Transportation, Distribution & Logistics Next Step Job Goal? Job title _________________________ Industry (Area) ______________________ Long-term Career Goal? Job title _________________________ Industry (Area) ______________________ Getting Started 18

Closing Remarks l With a completed “Master Application, ” you will be able to confidently fill out any job application Getting Started 19