Special honors class president, honor roll, team captain, student committees show a sense of responsibility and achievement. Activities such as chorus, forensics or debate club should be listed also. Ministers, teachers, counselors or club leaders may be possibilities. Be sure to ask their permission ahead of time. Usually the address, occupation, and telephone number of the reference are required on application forms.
Some employment applications require a short, handwritten self-evaluation or biographical sketch.
You may want to prepare a draft statement on another piece of paper before or at the time you complete the application. Organize your points carefully and accurately. Once you have it in shape, you may transfer it to the form. The employer will be looking for legible handwriting, good grammar, and your ability to express yourself. Travel Although chances are small that persons beginning their careers will have to travel, you may be asked about your willingness to do so, depending on the type of job or the need for travel if you are promoted.