If a place isn't hiring can you still give your application to the manager?

Question

I want to apply at Michael's but they aren't hiring. Would I look stupid if I gave him my application?

Answer 1

no u can hand ur application even if they not hiring most stores got a stack of applications lot of people on a daily basic hand in application they keep the applications and if something opens up they will call if u want to help ur chances getting a job do a small thing like a resume even if its just a grocery store  or clothing store if u make a resume they will rather hire u then someone that didnt do little work on there application i know this since i work at a grocery store and im like the boss pet lol when u hand ur application in just ask for the store manger or the guy who does the hiring  

Answer 2

I used to work for a very prestigious company that most college graduates in my country dream about applying with.  We keep all applications on file for a prescribed period, like 12 months for non-carreer positions, and six and three months for career and professional positions, respectively.  This procedure is done as a matter of course.

The practice is to provide the company with readily available pool of human resource should a vacancy occur that requires immediate replacement.  We would then pick up the file and start calling the applicants to determine if they were still interested.

So, to answer your question, YES, you can still apply even for a position even if that company is not hiring at the time of your application.  If you are not in a hurry, or can start work elsewhere but is still interested in working with that company for one reason or another (economics like less cost for commute), then you should apply there and elsewhere too.

Once that company contacts you to ask if you are still interested, at least you will have the advantage of turning them down or accepting them at your own terms.

Answer 3

Dear Felishatron:

I always tell serious job seekers that they need to look for jobs where there are no advertisements.  Retail jobs are usually seasonal.  Want to get a jump on the Christmas rush hiring? Apply in September, BEFORE they've put out their ads.  This goes for all major retailers who hire part-timers for the holiday shopping.  This gives time for training, and you'll be up to speed with the registers, their inventory and their customer service by the time Halloween rolls around.  

Other jobs have different dates for hiring: Florists might hire part-time help just after Easter and before Mother's Day, then keep their extras through the summer months for all the weddings, proms and graduations.

All the stores in the mall will be looking for holiday staff in October too.

Apply in September, and you've gotten a jump on everyone else.

Delivering your application directly to the manager gives you a chance to meet your possible boss, provides an unhurried introduction and enforces enthusiasm for the position in their store.  You might even put together a script for yourself and practice it before you visit the store(s).  Make sure you keep it short & friendly, making sure you get their business card, so that you can follow-up in a couple of weeks.

Your introduction, should include questions, like:

1. When do you usually start screening for your holiday staff?

2. How many hours a week would they be required to work?

3. Can you use someone who's free on the weekends & evenings?

4. Do you mind if I follow-up with you in a month or so?  

5. Close with a complimentary statement about theier store.

    Example: "I would really like to work for Michael's because I

                    admire the organization and inventory of the store."

OR,

                   "I prefer Michael's to other craft stores because of their

                    assortment of craft and art supplies."

Good luck in your search!  

Answer 4

you can turn it in but it will go into a folder without them ever looking at it

Answer 5

Most places will still take applications even though they aren't hiring the time... they keep them on file, just in case.  I recommend checking back in a couple weeks after you drop off  so you let them know that you are very interested.  

Answer 6

You can try but for me, I normally don't do that. I normally respond to advertisements placed in the Classifieds or Jobsdb or other job web sites.

Answer 7

no, people turn in applications all the time to places that aren't hiring