Application Process
Job Search
Jobs & Careers
Careers & Education
Professional Behavior
100
This document accounts your professional and academic qualifications and typically accompanies an application. It should be no longer than two pages.
What is a Resume?
100
True/False: You should apply for as many jobs as you can, regardless whether you think you would like the job.
False. You should like the jobs you apply for.
100
Which provides more personal satisfaction, a job or a career?
A career.
100
How many years of education does a police officer require?
2+ years
100
Attendance and promptness are important in high school and college. Are they also important at a job?
Yes.
200
True/False: A valid driver's license is required on all applications.
False. You need only a valid photo ID.
200
Why do employers offer job descriptions with degree requirements?
They will hire only someone who meets the degree requirements.
200
Which pays better, a job or a career?
Typically careers, but many jobs do pay well.
200
How many years of education does an engineer require?
4+ years
200
True/False: If others at work swear, it's OK for me to swear, too.
False.
300
True/False: Appropriate attire is required only for the interview.
False. Appropriate attire should be worn when picking up an application and at work.
300
True/False: When applying to jobs listed on classified sites, you should always include all of your personal contact information.
False. You will give this information later in the hiring process.
300
Which will offer more room for growth, a career or a job?
A career - both personal and professional.
300
How many years of education does a teacher require?
4+
300
When is it OK to send personal emails from a work email account?
Never.
400
This letter typically accompanies a resume and shows your employer your intent to apply for a position and showcases your writing skills.
What is a cover letter?
400
Name 3 criteria to search for a job on a career search engine (Monster.com)
Location, experience required, degree required, salary, field, company name
400
True/False: A job is task-based, while a career allows the use of creativity.
True.
400
How many years of education does a lawyer require?
4+3 years
400
Why do employers look at or monitor facebook/twitter activity?
You can be reprimanded or fired for inappropriate behavior on social media sites.
500
This is done before the interview to ensure adequate knowledge of the company, position, company values, etc.
What is Company Research?
500
Career fairs offer the opportunity to learn about and apply for several positions. Name 3 things you should take to a career fair.
Resume, references, notepad, pen/pencil, contact card (if you have one), list of employers you would like to visit.
500
What is the difference between an hourly rate and a salary?
Hourly - track hours and paid only for hours worked. Salary - paid regardless of hours worked, often over 40 hours/week.
500
How many years of education does a CEO require?
4+2
500
When a supervisor corrects you at work and you don't agree with him, what is the best reaction?
Ask him to explain his reasoning, explain your reasoning, remain calm, take company-approved steps.
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