Other employers may not require an application until later in the employment process. Still other employers may never require an application. No matter when an application is requested, it is an important job search tool. It is used to judge you as a prospective employee and is an opportunity to sell your qualifications. Employers use the application to collect information about your qualifications and to compare you to other applicants.
Most employers receive hundreds and even thousands of applications a year.
The reality is that employers screen out most applications and read only those that catch their attention. Therefore, you need to do everything possible to create the perfect application. Listed below are some suggestions. The application should be neat, with no errors in grammar or spelling. Print, avoid abbreviations, use black ink and respond to all questions.