Personal Academic and Career Portfolio Help

Chapter 19: Economics and the Consumer

Creating a Job Application Information Sheet

Creating a complete and up-to-date job application information sheet, also called a personal fact sheet, will help you fill out job applications with ease. Group the information on your sheet into categories such as "Employment," "Education," "References," and "Skills." List and double-check the names, addresses, phone numbers, and Web and e-mail addresses of all your schools and places of employment. Add the address of your current and past residences (places you have lived) for the past five years. Some employers ask for this information. Include extracurricular activities, computer and other special skills, and any other information that you think might interest potential employers.

Update your personal fact sheet as your information changes. Add new work experiences and update references as you meet new people and have new experiences.