Vocabulary
A short meeting with an employer to learn about and apply for a job is called this
an interview
When you meet someone for a job, you should always do this with your hand.
Handshake
Is it okay to show up 5 minutes late for your job?
No, you need to be on time to your job.
This document lists your skills, education, and work experience.
Resume
Talking and listening carefully is called this.
communication
A document with all of your contact information, past work experiences, and skills
Resume
Looking at someone’s eyes when talking is called this.
eye contact
If you’re sick and can’t come to work, you should do this.
call your supervisor/ boss
A short letter you send with your résumé to introduce yourself.
Cover Letter
Working together with others is called this
teamwork
What is it called when you work 30-40 hours each week?
Full-Time
What should you wear to an interview?
Professional clothes, clean, neat, no holes, slacks, button up shirt, collared shirt, blouse
When you get to work, what is the first thing you should do?
Clock In
How can you find jobs that are hiring?
Online, In person, Hiring events
If you don’t understand instructions, you should do this.
ask questions
What is it called when you work less than 30 hours each week?
Part-time
What should you bring to your job interview?
Resume and Cover Letter
If I clock out for lunch at 12pm, what time do I need to be back for work? (30 minute lunch break)
12:30pm
This person helps you find a job and meets with you once a month.
VR Counselor
Describe a time you had to work with a difficult team member and how you handled it
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What is minimum wage?
the lowest hourly wage an employer can legally pay for a worker's services
If you don’t know the answer to a question, you should do this.
stay calm and ask for clarification ("I'm sorry I'm not understanding the question, can you clarify?")
Take a deep breath and think about your response
If you have a problem at work, what should you do?
Talk to your boss
This section of a résumé lists your past jobs
Work Experience
If a coworker is sitting on their phone not doing their job, what can you do?
Talk to your boss about it
Ask them politely to help