Job Application Form

A job application form for small teams and startups. Includes position selection, resume upload, and a cover letter textarea. Simple enough to set up in minutes, no applicant tracking system needed. FormWit stores submissions and emails you when someone applies.

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<form action="https://app.formwit.com/api/s/YOUR_FORM_ID" method="POST" enctype="multipart/form-data"
  style="max-width:480px;margin:0 auto;font-family:system-ui,sans-serif">
  <h2 style="margin:0 0 4px;font-size:22px;font-weight:700">Apply for a Position</h2>
  <p style="margin:0 0 20px;font-size:15px;color:#6b7280">We're excited to hear from you. Upload your resume and tell us why you're a great fit.</p>

  <div style="margin-bottom:16px">
    <label for="name" style="display:block;margin-bottom:4px;font-weight:500;font-size:14px">Full Name</label>
    <input type="text" id="name" name="name" required
      style="width:100%;padding:10px 12px;border:1px solid #d1d5db;border-radius:8px;font-size:16px;box-sizing:border-box" />
  </div>

  <div style="margin-bottom:16px">
    <label for="email" style="display:block;margin-bottom:4px;font-weight:500;font-size:14px">Email</label>
    <input type="email" id="email" name="email" required
      style="width:100%;padding:10px 12px;border:1px solid #d1d5db;border-radius:8px;font-size:16px;box-sizing:border-box" />
  </div>

  <div style="margin-bottom:16px">
    <label for="phone" style="display:block;margin-bottom:4px;font-weight:500;font-size:14px">Phone</label>
    <input type="tel" id="phone" name="phone"
      style="width:100%;padding:10px 12px;border:1px solid #d1d5db;border-radius:8px;font-size:16px;box-sizing:border-box" />
  </div>

  <div style="margin-bottom:16px">
    <label for="position" style="display:block;margin-bottom:4px;font-weight:500;font-size:14px">Position</label>
    <select id="position" name="position" required
      style="width:100%;padding:10px 12px;border:1px solid #d1d5db;border-radius:8px;font-size:16px;box-sizing:border-box;background:white">
      <option value="">Select a position...</option>
      <option value="Frontend Developer">Frontend Developer</option>
      <option value="Backend Developer">Backend Developer</option>
      <option value="Designer">Designer</option>
      <option value="Marketing">Marketing</option>
      <option value="Other">Other</option>
    </select>
  </div>

  <div style="margin-bottom:16px">
    <label for="resume" style="display:block;margin-bottom:4px;font-weight:500;font-size:14px">Resume (PDF or Word)</label>
    <input type="file" id="resume" name="resume" required accept=".pdf,.doc,.docx"
      style="width:100%;font-size:14px" />
  </div>

  <div style="margin-bottom:16px">
    <label for="cover_letter" style="display:block;margin-bottom:4px;font-weight:500;font-size:14px">Cover Letter (optional)</label>
    <textarea id="cover_letter" name="cover_letter" rows="5" placeholder="Tell us about yourself and why you're interested in this role..."
      style="width:100%;padding:10px 12px;border:1px solid #d1d5db;border-radius:8px;font-size:16px;box-sizing:border-box;resize:vertical"></textarea>
  </div>

  <input type="text" name="_gotcha" style="display:none" tabindex="-1" autocomplete="off" />

  <button type="submit"
    style="width:100%;padding:12px;background:#4f46e5;color:white;border:none;border-radius:8px;font-size:16px;font-weight:600;cursor:pointer">
    Submit Application
  </button>
</form>

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Use cases

Small team careers page
Startup hiring without an ATS
Freelancer or agency contractor intake
Internship application forms

Customization tips

Update the position dropdown with your actual open roles
Add a LinkedIn URL or portfolio field for creative roles
Make the cover letter required by adding the required attribute
Add a redirect_to hidden field to redirect to a "thank you for applying" page

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need a paid plan for resume uploads?

Yes. File uploads require the FormWit Starter plan or higher. Without it, you can still collect applications but applicants would need to link to their resume (e.g. Google Drive or Dropbox link) instead of uploading directly.

Can I add more position options?

Yes. Add as many <option> elements as you need inside the position <select>.

Can this replace an applicant tracking system?

For small teams receiving a handful of applications, yes. FormWit stores all submissions, sends email notifications, and lets you review applications in the dashboard. For high-volume hiring, you may want a dedicated ATS.

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