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Section 8

Completing an online application

Many companies that advertise jobs make use of online application systems. This
is done through the company website (the careers page) or an online portal. Avoid
emailing your CV to the company unless the job advert requires this. You will need
internet access and an email account to apply on an online platform.

• Before the application process, you will be asked to register on the job website
and create a profile.
• This will involve creating a login name and password.

• Often, your email address is used as your login.
• Each job website that you apply on will require a separate profile.
• Once you have created your profile, you will be told how to enter your CV
details. Usually your information is added by attaching a file of your CV saved
on your computer or a USB.
• The most common format requested is a PDF.
• The application will let you know if your file has been successfully uploaded.
• Alternatively, you can copy and paste your entire CV into the application.
• In this case you will highlight all the content on your CV, right click on
your mouse, select ‘Copy’ and then paste the information onto the
application system.
• Or you may be asked to enter your details into one field at a time.
• The fields in the manual application may be named differently to those on
your CV. If you’re having trouble completing the application, look for a ’Help’
button or link.

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