Part-time jobs typically do not require a resume

A resume informs potential employers about your employment
background and education experience.

or cover letter. Rather, most part-time positions require filling out a job application form. To start, you need to locate the businesses' web

Short for World Wide Web (WWW), which is a collection
of internet resources, hyperlinked text, audio and
video files and remote sites that can be accessed
and searched by browsers based on standards such as
HTTP and TCP/IP.

 

 page. You may find that the business is a chain, meaning they have more than one location and may be located across the country. From the Home page, try to find the local business to which you want to apply. From the local Home page, find a link titled Employment, Jobs, or Careers. Many businesses have an online application form. 

If you do not have access to the Internet

The Internet is a vast computer network linking smaller
computer networks worldwide (usually prec. by the).
The Internet includes commercial, educational, governmental,
and other networks, all of which use the same set
of communications protocols.

, many businesses have a computer kioskAn interactive computer terminal available for public
use, as one with Internet access or site-specific
information.
where you can fill out a job application. Be sure to take all of your information with you so you can fill out the application in its entirety. Some businesses still use paper applications that you may fill out and return.

When you visit the business to apply, be sure you appear as if you are going for an interview

Employers review job applications and resumes and
based upon the review, determine which job applicants
qualify. Applicants that appear qualified based upon
their application or resume are typically invited
to participate with a job interview. A job interview
may be in person with one employer representative
or a group, over the phone, or online through a video
feed. The interview provides the employer an opportunity
to learn more about the applicant and to select an
applicant to be offered the job.

. In some cases, the business may want to interview you right then. So dress for the job in business casual clothing: typical work attire includes wearing khakis and a polo or black pants with a dress shirt. The business needs to know that you are responsible and ready to work. Click here for more tips on maintaining professionalism.

 
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