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Work Experience Be prepared to include information about your personal work history. Since relevant work history is something nearly everyone includes in their resume, it may be tempting to skip this section, but don’t. In some cases, the job application functions as a stand-alone document used by HR even after you’ve been hired. Therefore, neglecting to fill out the application as fully as possible may cost you your shot at the job.“This information is useful to employers as it helps them quickly evaluate your candidacy,” says Ray Rogers, director of Career & Professional Development at St. Edward’s University in Texas, U.S. 

 reviewing career progression and estimating present salary expectations.”Keep in mind, “experience” isn’t necessarily limited to professional work.“Job applications should always reveal key elements expressing the applicant’s experience, which includes more than basic work history and education,” says Michael Iacona, founder and CEO of Rake, a mobile job search app. “Relevant volunteer work, applicable certifications and affiliations with reputable 

out.”EducationSimilarly, it may seem pointless to include your education information on the job application when that information is already covered in your resume. Still, if the employer is specifically asking for it, it’s probably important to be absolutely sure they get that information.“While it is fairly obvious why this information would be asked, be aware you may be asked to verify the 

” Rogers says. “Employers have found that it is not uncommon for some applicants to provide misleading or false information concerning their education. Always be as honest as possible when providing information about your educational background.”Expression of InterestQuestions like, “Why do you want to work with us?” might seem like they are more appropriate for the in-person interview than the initial job application, but employers differ in how they screen applicants.

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