Interview Questions
What skills, experience or education do you have that can be used for the you have applied for?
This type of training can be done as a paid or unpaid experience, generally during your Junior or Senior year of college
What is an internship
Name 2 online job boards recruiters use to post employment opportunities
What type of clothing is acceptable to wear to a job interview?
For men: Long sleeved button down shirt with tie for professional level job interview or short sleeved golf shirt for entry level job interview. Dress pants and dress shoes with socks.
For women: Skirt (no shorter than 2 inches above the knee), hosiery preferred, dress pants, nice blouse, sweater set, dress shoes
This websites is used as a nationwide network for those with disabilities seeking assistance with employment accommodations.
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What is the purpose of behavioral interview questions?
To help the interviewer to evaluate a person's past responses to situations that would be similar to situations that may be experienced if hired and if the responses fit the expectations of the employer
What is an apprenticeship?
The opportunity for someone to learn to master a skilled trade under the direction of another while on the job instead of in school
What is networking?
Exchange of information between people or groups with a common professional interest, usually in an informal social setting
What task should be completed immediately following a job interview?
Write and send a thank you note
List 2 things Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities can do to assist you?
Job search/job development, transitional youth services, community based assessment, work adjustments, job seeking skills training, education and/or employment necessary training
What are 3 soft skills an employer looks for in a prospective employee?
Good communication, adaptability, flexibility, problem solving, self motivation, responsible, decisiveness, team player, time management
A type of educational facility where one can earn a variety of degrees in vocational fields of their choice.
What is a college or university
Name 2 items needed to prove US Citizenship.
Valid State issued photo I.D
Passport
Social Security Card or Birth Certificate
What should you give to the interviewer upon arrival to the interview?
Copy of Resume and Cover Letter (if cover letter has been requested)
Respond to the question: What is one of your strengths?
(Open for interpretation)
The opportunity to try a career field in the community for one-two weeks while under the guidance of a job coach.
True or False: It is ok to call an employer 2-3 days after submitting an application in order to follow up
True
How many professional references should you have?
3
What does your local Ohio Means Jobs office have to offer a job seeker? Name 3 things
Classes for topics such as interview preparation, general computer skills, online job search
Job Fairs and Employer Meetings
Computers, fax machines, printers, resume paper, on line job application assistance
Respond to the question: What is a weakness of yours?
(Open to interpretation)
Where can you get training in the form of a 2 year degree or certificate of completion specific to a trade?
Technical or Trade School
Name and contact information, education, employment history, professional or school based accomplishments, skills/qualifications, volunteer experience, vocational training
Name 3 examples of people who could be used as an employment reference
Past or present Pastor/Clergy, Teacher/Professor, Coach, Supervisor
Department of Labor site that lists career fields, hiring and growth outlook, experience needed for each field, informational interviews, etc