Providing recruitment information on company websites has become increasingly popular.
Prospective employees often investigate companies through the Internet, so companies put more and more information and communication online.
Company websites contain an overview of the company, its culture, activities and spheres of operation as well as information about important people and contact details.
They also provide information about opportunities for staff development and potential for advancement. Often the quickest way to apply for a position at a specific company is through its recruitment site.
Applying for a job online requires you to complete an application form designed by the company so that it can obtain standard as well as specific information on potential employees.
Before you complete an online application, it is a good idea to familiarise yourself with the company's website as it may contain suggestions on how to answer the questionnaire successfully.
Many company websites have a link entitled "jobs" or "careers" or "work for us" which contains information about job vacancies and any internship or trainee programmes offered by the company.
An online application involves completing an application form or filling out an already formatted CV where headings and information categories are given and you fill in the blank spaces.
Before filling in the form, examine its layout. The size of the boxes indicates how much information is required. Rather include less information that is precisely worded about your qualifications than cram in as much detail as possible.
Here are some hints to assist you in completing an application form as accurately as possible:
Read the form and instructions carefully before attempting to fill anything in
Ensure you understand all the questions
Take note of the company's layout preferences, ie the order to enter your name or any dates
Print a copy of the form, and file it
Do not leave blank boxes as your application may be rejected if it looks incomplete
When a section does not apply to you, insert N/A (not applicable) in the box
Do not include information that is not specifically requested.
You may be required to submit an online CV via e-mail, and this should be a condensed version of the CV you have already designed. The details should however be prioritised slightly differently.
Remember the following when designing your online CV:
Include your CV in the body of the text as it is similar to an email
Keep it short and focused
Make sure to use a clear, readable font as it will first be read on screen
Your e-mail address should appear first, your land address should appear at the bottom of your details section
Make sure you use key words prioritised in the advert, especially skills, qualifications and experience
Always fill in the subject line clearly, ie write: Vacancy: (and the position)
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