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Employment Application Form
Free employment application form template for collecting a job candidate's information during the hiring process.
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This free employment application form covers Personal Information, Employment History, Education, References, Certification with 15 clearly marked [placeholder] fields to fill in — built for small business owners and first-time managers handling an HR moment professionally without a dedicated HR department to lean on. Copy it into your own word processor, fill in the placeholders, and review it — or adapt it — before use. It's part of docstoc's free document template library, alongside business, legal, real estate, finance, and HR templates. Every template here is free to copy with no signup required, and each one carries a plain disclaimer: this is a starting point for informational purposes, not a substitute for advice from a licensed professional in your jurisdiction.
Employment Application
Position Applied For: [Title] · Date: [Date]
Personal Information
Name: [Name] · Phone: [Phone] · Email: [Email] Address: [Address] Are you legally authorized to work in [Country]? [ ] Yes [ ] No Are you at least 18 years of age? [ ] Yes [ ] No
Employment History
| Employer | Position | Dates | Reason for Leaving |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Employer] | [Position] | [Dates] | [Reason] |
Education
| School | Degree/Program | Graduated? |
|---|---|---|
| [School] | [Degree] | [Yes/No] |
References
| Name | Relationship | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| [Name] | [Relationship] | [Phone] |
Certification
I certify that the information provided in this application is true and complete. I understand that any false statement may be grounds for refusal to hire or termination if discovered later.
Applicant signature: ______________________ Date: ____________
*This document is provided for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Many jurisdictions have "ban the box" laws restricting when an employer can ask about criminal history, and some restrict asking for salary history — review your state and local laws before adding either question to this form.*
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What's included
- Edit online — click the document, fill in placeholders, download a PDF
- 5 standard sections: Personal Information, Employment History, Education, References, Certification
- 15 clearly marked [placeholder] fields for quick personalizing
- Free to use — no account or signup required
- Fully editable — adjust any clause to match your actual situation
- Includes a signature block, ready to print or sign digitally
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Who this template is for
Freelancers & solo founders
Handling routine business paperwork without commissioning custom legal drafting for every document.
Small businesses
Standardizing recurring documents — leases, agreements, notices — across a growing operation.
Anyone reviewing before signing
Using a clear starting structure to understand what a document should cover, even if a lawyer finalizes it.
Growing teams
Formalizing hiring and performance processes as a company adds its first employees.
FAQ
Is this employment application form template really free?
Yes — this Employment Application Form template on docstoc is free to view, edit online, and download as a PDF with no account or signup required.
What does this employment application form cover?
This hr template includes Personal Information, Employment History, Education, References. Fill in the [bracketed] placeholders, edit any clause online, then download a PDF — the docstoc.io footer stays on every export.
Is this legal advice?
No. This follows common HR practice, but requirements around notice, classification, and required disclosures shift by state and change over time. Get an employment attorney or HR professional to confirm compliance for your specific situation before relying on it.
Can I edit the wording?
Yes. All 15 placeholder fields and every clause are editable right on the page — change what doesn't fit, then download an updated PDF anytime.
Where can I find more free templates like this?
Browse more free hr and related document templates in the docstoc library at /document-templates/.
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- Employee Offer Letter
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- Employment Agreement
- Cover Letter
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