Test your knowledge on job applications
You may have applied for hundreds of jobs, but how much do you really know about the applications process? Take our quiz to find out!
What's the most common CV mistake?
Incorrect contact details
Lying
Including a photo
A confusing layout
How many CVs are typically submitted for each job position?
400+
350
250
150
On average, how many candidates will employers interview for each job vacancy?
2
4
6
8
How quickly are the first applications received after a job is advertised?
100 seconds
200 seconds
300 seconds
400 seconds
What’s the average time a recruiter spends looking at a CV?
2-3 seconds
5-7 seconds
1 minute
2 minutes
How many spelling/grammar mistakes are allowed on your CV before it’s dismissed?
One
Four
Five
Six
How many employers rejected applicants based on something they discovered online?
1 in 5
1 in 4
1 in 3
2 in 3
What percentage of employers prefer candidates to provide cover letters?
17%
25%
53%
82%
What’s the job rejection rate if you include a photo of yourself on your CV?
15%
52%
88%
94%
What percentage of employers check out candidates' social media profiles?
20%
40%
70%
80%
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