Job Application Vocabulary
Sources
Filling out a Job Applicaton
Interview
Mystery Questions
100
What is a job application?
This is a document or series of documents you must complete to seek employment.
100
True or False Classified ads are listed in all local newspapers.
True
100
What color ink should you use?
Blue or Black Ink
100
True or False. Making a good impression to all the staff members doesn't matter.
False
100
What does N/A stand for?
Not applicable
200
What is networking?
Networking is the sharing of information or services among individuals, groups, or institution.
200
In class Ms. Hill said, what organization is an example of Vocational Rehabilitation service?
Job Corps
200
True or false. Misspelled words on job applications can lead to no call backs.
True
200
True or false. When you do good at an interview then you will get the job.
False.
200
What percent of people looking for jobs find them through classified ads? A. 25% B. 5% C. 67%
5%
300
What are sources?
Sources are used to identify available jobs.
300
True or false. Headhunters are counselors who help you choose profession based on your skills.
False Career and vocational counselors help you choose profession based on your skills.
300
True or false. Employers pay attention to misspellings on Job Applications. Jacob filled out an application for Churches Chicken. He was hired within two weeks. One day, his boss realized Jacob lied on his application. Jacob's boss called him into his office and explained that: once you fill out an application, it is a binding document; any misinformation could be grounds for what?
Termination
300
What attire should you wear to an interview?
Business
300
What is the difference between a resume and a job application?
A resume is more personal. A resume list skills and it provides more details about the applicant. A job application is standard it ask for more legal information (legal name, social security number and etc.)
400
What does references mean?
Someone listed on a job education who can verify your character.
400
What are two services that charge a fee for job placement? A.Headhunters and Employment Agencies B. State Job service and Chamber of Commerce C. Career Counselors and Headhunters
A.Headhunters and Employment Agencies
400
Name the best 3 PROFESSIONAL references to use on a job application.
Teacher Former Boss Supervisor Colleague Mentor/ Advisor
400
When you pick up or drop off an application, you should what?
Be prepared for an interview
400
What is the hidden job market?
Jobs that are not advertised.
500
What is qualification?
A quality or an accomplishment that makes someone suitable for the job.
500
Based on class discussion, give an example of State Job services.
DFACS
500
What word should you avoid putting on the application when asked about a desired position? When something doesn’t apply to you, write
Anything Non-applicable
500
After a job interview what shouldn't you do? A. Call the job everyday to see have they decided B. Send a thank you letter/email within 24hrs C. Make sure they know you are still interested within a weeks time.
A. Call the job everyday to see have they decided
500
What percent of jobs are obtained by networking? A. 100% B. 60% C. 80%
Yes, you can attend college in any of the 50 states as long as a college in that state accepts you as a student.
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