How to complete a job application form, Me pēhea te whakaoti i tētahi puka tono mahi

You’ve found a job that matches most of your skills and experience, and it’s with an employer you’d like to work for. Go ahead and apply for it!

The employer might ask you to do some or all of these things:

• download an application form, fill it out and then upload it to a website
• create an account with the company’s career hub and fill in an online application form
• email your cover letter and CV with an application form.

• Give yourself plenty of time to get together the information you'll need, fill in the form and check it.
• Read the application form and instructions carefully. Employers may reject applications that don’t follow all the instructions.
• If possible, download a copy of the form and practise filling it out.
• Application forms usually ask your reasons for applying and what you can bring to the job – use this chance to sell yourself.
• Highlight your skills and experience, including training, projects and work responsibilities that show your abilities.
• Check all the details for your qualifications, current and previous mahi and referees are correct.
• If you include your LinkedIn profile, check that it matches your CV.
• Answer all the questions. If there’s a question that doesn’t apply to you, write 'Not applicable'.
• Create a copy of your answers and save them. This will be useful if you get an interview or apply for another job with the same company. You could copy and paste your answers into a separate document, or take a screenshot.
• Check your answers before you send your application form. If you can, ask someone to proofread it.
• When you send your application form, include any other documents the employer has asked for.