Job Application Vocabulary

Key terms and definitions related to completing job applications and employment forms.

Applicant

A person applying for a job.

Position

The job you want.

Employer

The person or business that hires workers.

Personal Information

Basic details about you, such as your name and phone number.

Availability

The days and times you can work.

Employment History

Jobs you have had in the past.

Previous Employer

A person or business you worked for before.

Job Title

The name of your job, such as cashier.

Job Duties

The tasks you do at work.

Skills

Things you know how to do.

Qualifications

Skills or experience that help you do a job.

Education

Information about the school you attend or attended.

Reference

A person who can tell an employer about your skills or character.

Supervisor

A person who manages your work.

Hourly Wage

The money you earn for each hour you work.

Start Date

The date you can begin working.

Required

Something you must complete or provide.

N/A (Not Applicable)

Used when a question does not apply to you.

Signature

Your written name used to sign a document.

Submit

To send your completed application.