How do I Get Hired?

STEP 1. Show You Are Interested and Schedule an Interview

There are several different ways to get hired!

STEP 2. Complete Necessary Paperwork

Federal Forms:

Full Application

(to print and bring with you)

2013 Hiring Packet

2013 Federal W-4

2013 Federal I-9

 

 

STEP 3. Additional Documentation

A Work Permit for anyone under 18 (obtained from your school).

Please bring two forms of ID to your interview. Valid ID options are listed on the I-9 form (See page 5).

STEP 4. Read the following TIPS

Along with preparing information for the interview, you need to prepare yourself, too. Making a good first impression is very important. It starts with setting up an interview and filling out the application yourself, instead of having a friend or relative do it. To give an employer the best impression, follow some general guidelines:

  • Be on time for the interview;
  • Dress neatly, even when dropping off an application (shorts and sandals may come with the job, but while you’re still an applicant, a sharper look is better);
  • Be courteous and polite;
  • Maintain eye contact;
  • Avoid distracting habits (such as chewing gum, playing with hair or fidgeting);
  • Smile;
  • Listen;
  • Be honest;
  • Ask questions – this is one of the best ways to show you’re really interested in the job. Questions may include topics such as duties, hours, benefits and pay; and
  • Follow up by sending a thank-you letter after the interview.