Exploring the World of Work
A task performed by a worker, usually to earn money
Job
Things you do well
Skills
Types of school programs designed to prepare students for work
Work-based learning programs
A ____ ____ makes it legal for underage students to work for an employer
Work permit
The lowest hourly rate of pay that most employees must receive
Minimum wage
An occupation that results in employment and personal growth
Career
Skills that can be used in more than one job
Transferable skills
A job site where a student works to learn job skills
Training station
A weekly or monthly job record of duties performed and skills learned
Training record
A paid rate of at least 1 1/2 times the employee's regular pay rate
Overtime pay
Use of related skills and experience
Occupation
Following a worker on the job and observing what that job involves
Job shadowing
A school program providing paid or unpaid work experience to learn about a job or industry
Internship
Protects workers from unfair treatment by their employers
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
An agreement between you, your school, and your employer
Training agreement
A two-year college degree
Associate Degree
A manager in the workplace
Supervisor
Interview
Requires equal pay be given to employees of both sexes for doing equal jobs
Equal Pay Act
What two functions does FLSA child- labor provision serve
Protects the educational opportunities of children and it prohibits the employment of children in jobs that may be hazardous to their health or well-being
Bachelor Degree
An assistant who helps with day-to-day questions
Name something that requires the use of a social security number
Enroll in school, driver's license, savings account
A federal agency that oversees equal employment opportunities for all Americans
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
Sets and enforces safety and health standards for workers
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)