Filling an application form plan: what is an application form?

Application Questions You Don't Have to Answer 

There are some questions that shouldn't be on a job application. You are not required to answer questions about race, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, public assistance, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, age, or disability.¹

How to Get the Information You Need to Apply

Double-check to make sure that you have all the information you need so you're ready to apply right away for open positions, and so that you're providing the employer with your most current education and employment status. 
Review Your Employment History: You'll need your resume (or a list of your employment and education history) to make sure that you're listing the correct dates of employment, job titles, and education. Your resume should match the job application perfectly because discrepancies will be noticed.
Download a Sample Job Application: Download a job application sample and practice filling it out. That way you can be sure that you have all the necessary information, in advance. That will make it easier to apply. 
Ask for an Application Form: If you're applying for a position in-person, ask for a job application form, then take it home with you to complete. You can take your time filling it out so it will be neat and accurate when you return to drop it off.

How to Make the Best Impression

When You Apply In-Person: When you stop by to pick up or drop off a job application form, be sure you're dressed appropriately. You may end up speaking to the hiring manager, and it's important to look professional just in case you get an on-the-spot interview.
In-Person Job Application Checklist:  If you review an in-person job application list beforehand, you'll avoid making any glaring errors during the interview process.
When You Apply Online: Job application forms for many companies are often available online, so be ready to complete them. For example, a Walmart Employment Application can be completed online, and the same holds true for many other large national employers. In fact, some employers no longer accept paper applications, and applicants are required to apply on the company website or on the site where the company listed the job openings.