Bank of America is a large US bank, which operates both a consumer banking and a corporate banking division. They also have invested in the emerging Chinese and Indian markets and have several branches in those countries.

The process of applying for a job with Bank of America will be more or less identical to the process of applying for a job with any other bank. Having worked in banking for over ten years, therefore, I feel quite well qualified to describe the process that applicants will go through when attempting to get their foot in the door at a bank.

Firstly, it's worth bearing in mind that there are a huge variety of positions available within banking, from branch-based bank clerks, to head office staff specializing in marketing, personnel, litigation and purchasing, etc. The qualities and qualifications that the bank will expect of you will probably differ radically depending on the role that you're applying for and the managerial level. However, the job application process will be pretty similar.

You've found out about a Bank of America vacancy and this may have been through reading a newspaper job listing, or via an employment agency or maybe through word of mouth / networking. The next steps will typically be as follows:

1. Submit a resume and cover letter
2. Attend interview
3. Security and Know your employee' checks

YOUR RESUME:

We're all familiar with the fact that a job application usually entails the necessity to submit both a resume and an accompanying cover letter. It's worth considering, however, why these are so important? The reality is that it's a competitive market out there, especially at a time when global economies are facing recession. In particular, the current credit crunch has meant that there isn't exactly a glut of bank positions available. It's therefore vital that you do something to make yourself stick out from the crowd to employers. That's where your resume and cover letter can come into play!

A resume (sometimes referred to as a CV or Curriculum Vitae) is a document that lists your relevant qualifications and work experience. (Interestingly, the words Curriculum Vitae are Latin for course of life'). It is a vital document because (along with its accompanying cover letter) it's the first impression that the company you're applying to will have of you. It should be seen as being part of Brand You'. It reflects the qualities that you can bring to the advertised job and will hopefully result in you

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