Application forms: seven tips for success Be choosy. Before filling out an application form do your research. Don't dive straight in. Match your skills with the job description. Stick to the word count. Make sure you include all the information needed. Check, check and check again. Take a copy.
Most applications today are completed online. Even when you respond to a sign that says, “We're Hiring,” you will probably be asked to complete an application online. Many employers use software that automatically sorts these applications to decide who should be called for an interview.