Apply to Jobs Online
Knowing how and where to look for jobs is essential. It’s even more important to know how to apply for those jobs.
Why Apply Online
It isn't enough to post your resume on a job site; sit back and hope for the best. Your best way to get your name out there is to apply for jobs actively. When looking for bookkeeping jobs, you can do a simple Google search for bookkeeping positions near you or visit any of the job sites in our "Post Your Resume on Job Sites" page. Below you will find a checklist that will you can follow as you begin applying for job online. Some things to double check as you start applying is to ensure that your profiles on Indeed, Monster, and ZipRecruiter as complete and up to date. Make sure you are mindful of where the position is located and whether or not it is remote or in the office. Finally make sure that you set your profile to looking for a job and set it to viewable.
Applying to Jobs Checklist
We have provided you a simple to follow checklist that will help you gather everything that you need to start applying to jobs and what to ensure you put as you apply.
Cover Letter
Writing a cover letter can at times seem like a thing of the past. That couldn't be further from the truth. Writing a cover letter and sending it to the hiring manager is a great way to get noticed and set yourself apart from the competition. We have provided a short training video to teach you how to write a cover letter and who to send it to.
Cover Letter Template
While there are hundreds of resume templates out there, we have provided this template for you to use. Within it there are tips and tricks listed for each paragraph. We recommend trying to keep each paragraph the same length as the explanation.
Articles
Feel free to read Navigating the Digital Maze: Mastering the Art of Applying for Jobs Online.
Next Step
When you have completed everything here and are ready to move on, go to step 5: Prepare for Interviews.