Tarheel. The word Tar Heel (or, Tarheel) is the nickname given to someone who is a native or resident of North Carolina, the Tar Heel State. The term allegedly comes from the Colonial Era in which tar was one of North Carolina's major products.
Employers are required by law to keep employment applications for a minimum of one year. Failure to do so does not only constitute a violation of the law, but it also can serve as evidence that employment discrimination has occurred.
How Long to Keep Employment Applications on File. Most employers maintain policies on record retention in accordance with federal regulations. Several federal acts require retention of employment applications for a specified time; however, there is not one specific law with the primary purpose of mandating retention periods.