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Job Application Checklist

A step-by-step checklist so you don't miss the small stuff that costs interviews. Every box ticked is one less reason for your application to get passed over.

Step-by-step format Covers resume, cover letter and more Built for Australian hiring PDF — ready to use

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What you'll get

A complete pre-submission checklist covering every stage of a job application
Resume checks, cover letter checks, and submission details — all in one place
The small things most people miss that quietly cost them interviews
A reusable format you can work through for every application

Best for

Anyone actively applying for jobs who wants to be thorough, not rushed
People who have been applying without success and want to audit their process
Career changers tailoring applications to a new industry or role type
Anyone who wants a consistent, professional approach to every application

Inside the checklist

Resume review checklist — formatting, content, and tailoring
Cover letter checklist — structure, tone, and personalisation
Submission checklist — file names, formats, and application details
Follow-up reminders so nothing falls through the cracks

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FAQs

Yes. No credit card, no catch. Enter your name and email and the checklist comes straight to you.

Yes — that's exactly the intent. Print it out or keep the PDF open and work through it each time you submit an application. Consistency is one of the most underrated parts of a successful job search.

Yes. The checklist covers both — including the specific things to check when submitting through an online portal, which often has different requirements to a direct email application.

It's a good place to start. Often the issue isn't the application itself — it's one or two small things that are quietly filtering you out. Working through the checklist can help you identify where the gap is.

The checklist is a practical starting point. Elevana's Launchpad Series covers the full job search process — resume, cover letter, interview prep, LinkedIn, and follow-up — with step-by-step guidance for each stage.