I saw this ad on craigslist and it said to appy for the job bring in a resume and turn it in at the store?

[eduardoeag]

It's for a cellphone store by the way

How do you turn in a resume? Do you just walk in and give them the piece of paper? Or do you put in some type of special folder?

[terterryterter]

place it in an envelope and write what it is on the outside. I you have the person's name put that on the envelope.

[Nada Chance]

Use a folder, a large envelope (don't fold the papers) or a report cover (clear plastic, has a long plastic sleeve holding it together). If a folder, on the outside, neatly print (or, if you have a printer and address labels, do that) your name. If there is a specific job you are applying for, put that. "Jane Doe, Sales Clerk Applicant". If it's a clear report cover, put a cover sheet in with your name, the date, and the position for which you are applying.

Don't overdress for this, but wear something nice. No jeans. Khakis and a polo, or nice pants and a nice shirt. If you are a guy, a tie is probably overdoing but not by much; wear it if you don't have a nice shirt that is okay w/out a tie. Don't go in looking like you wandered by, but don't dress up as much as you would for an interview. Convey that your normal attire is tasteful and proper.

DO NOT bring your friends, a kid, etc. DO NOT wear tight and revealing clothes. Dress like you want to impress the parents of your date...not your date! Turn off your phone when you go in.

Other nice things to include?
1. A cover letter. "I found this opening posted on Craigslist and am very interested. I am (good traits, such as punctual, good with people, well-mannered, good at math) and would be very good at this job. This job would be excellent for me because of (hours, location, subject, etc.). I'd be a good asset for your company and hope that you consider me for the position of ___". If you have the name, put Dear Mrs. or Dear Mr. If not, Dear Hiring Manager is acceptable.

2. Got references? Put them on a nice list of paper, with your name and the position you are applying for (just like the folder) at the top. Put all types of contact information you have. Phone, email, work phone, mailing address, etc. If you have someone with a crappy ghetto or country or rock ring tone, or that answers their phone in an immature way, don't include their phone number. Likewise, XLMagnumMan and HotBaby69 are probably bad email addresses to write down. List in a few words how you know them. "Neighbor of 9 years" "English Teacher at High School" "Babysitting Clients two years". That totally trumps those three little boxes you cram that information into.

3. Got a resume, even a short one? Stick it in there.
4. Letters of reference!!! Get them!!!! Email teachers if you can, call them at home, whatever it takes to get a couple of these. Print 'em off and put them in there, too.

As for the application, use ONE pen of the same color throughout. Got crappy handwriting? Have a friend do it. Check and double-check the spelling on every step of it. If your spelling sucks, type it into Word to check it first. Do NOT fill out the application until you know what is going into each box!!!

Do you look nice and neat and mature?
Do you have a well-written,clear, easy-to-read application that doesn't make you look careless?
Did you give a few "extras" such as a cover letter and list of references?
Got some nice letters of reference?
In short, did you make the manager's job really easy?

Walk in to the cabinet. Smile. Say "I have an application to turn in; to whom should I give it?" Congrats. The job is yours