On Line Applications vs. Resume (CV, letters, employment, sample)

[easternerDC]

I applied for a job earlier this week. The on-line application was similar to those that I have filled out before (usually after the interview), where you write your complete educational and work history, including a description of your duties/accomplishments, etc, dates of employment, salary, reason for leaving, etc..

At the end of the on-line application it had a place to upload an optional cover letter and optional resume. I uploaded them, because I am just used to sending my resume and a targeted cover letter. Plus I feel like it presents a more complete package.

I know it says optional (and I do know what optional means). But I was curious to see how others feel about this. Do you just submit the on-line application when you fill out an application like this? Or do you upload your resume and cover letter as well?

[nifear]

When filling out online apps, I always upload my CV & CL if given the option.

[BP72]

I spent time making my resume. If I get the chance to put it in front of them, I will try. If not, why make one?

[groar]

i'll third that i always upload my resume if given the chance. and ALWAYS a cover letter, if at all possible. if there's only an option to upload a resume, i put the cover letter and the resume in the same document.

[mkpunk]

I would do at least a resume and if I can a put in a cover letter as well.

[Just_the_facts]

Yes, i upload a resume and cover letter as well as my resume often provides some details missing in the application. Also, if at all possible, I like to provide a writing sample, letters of recommendation, and references.

[groar]

Originally Posted by Just_the_facts

Also, if at all possible, I like to provide a writing sample, letters of recommendation, and references.

personally, i wouldn't send those last 3 unless i was asked for them.