Applying for jobs online can be frustrating, to say the least. I don’t want to scare you, but this is a true story that I’ve heard from more than one client:
“Recently I summarized my entire work history on a convoluted fill-in-the-blank form, only to have my computer crash right when I pressed “send.” Aargh! Half of the morning lost because of a system malfunction!”
Don’t let this happen to you!
Before you log onto the desired job board, make sure you’ve created your resume in all of these file formats: .doc, .pdf, and .rtf. Double-check each document for accuracy and readability. Save these different versions in a folder that you can access easily.
Now for the tricky part: Some systems will allow you to upload your resume in any kind of format. When this is the case, opt for the .pdf since it will retain the desired appearance. Use the .rtf if you’re forced to cut and paste your resume into a window. (Its plain fonts and regular spacing will prevent strange symbols and funky formatting from appearing in your document.) You can also use text from this file (or the .doc file) for filling in the blanks of an online application. Having multiple formats prepared beforehand will allow you to complete the application more quickly and, hopefully, prevent the system from “timing out” at crucial points in the process.
Voila! No more headaches!
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