An electronic signatures is a term with a lot of different meanings without any set standards to be used on the internet. The definition of electronic signature is a broad, technology-neutral term that refers to the universe of all of the various methods by which one can "sign" an electronic record.
When you are filling out information on a web page for online Job Applications the electronic signature can be in various forms, like clicking the 'Accept' button on the digital signature screen, or an "I agree" button in a click-thru agreement
Examples of online job applications for digital signatures:
On the final step you will be required to enter a digital signature which will be binding as your actual signature. Your electronic signature below indicates your agreement with the following statements
By typing my name in the following box I certify the above statements to be true and correct, to the best of my knowledge, and that this information can be used for the purpose of processing my employment application and information
So it's not having to get an "electronic signature" as it is entered online according to the method is chosen by the company accepting online applications
Also each country has adopted their own laws regarding use of electronic signatures.
In the United States, under Uniform Electronic Transactions Act ("UETA") which defines what qualifies as an "Electronic signature" means an electronic sound, symbol, or process attached to or logically associated with a record and executed or adopted by a person with the intent to sign the record.
Digital Id or Certificates
Another form of a digital signature uses cryptographic methods is a digital ID or certificate, also known as a digital certificate is a form of electronic credentials for the Internet. Digital certificate is issued by a trusted third party, like Verisign or Thawte. Digital IDs can be used for email encryption and email signing and authentication to online services.
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