Resumes & Cover Letters
What is a Resume
What is a Job application
This form is to determine how much income tax your employer should withhold.
What is a W4
What does the word “supervisor” mean?
A person who oversees or manages the work of others.
What should you wear to a job interview?
Dress professionally and appropriately for the company’s culture — clean, neat, and conservative clothing.
A letter that introduces you to an employer and highlights why you are a good fit.
What is a Cover Letter.
True or False: You should leave blank spaces on a job application if you don't know the answer.
What is False
This form is filled out to prove your identity and eligibility to work in the US.
What is an I-9
What is a “job description”?
A written statement that explains the duties, responsibilities, and qualifications for a job.
Why is it important to research the company before your interview?
It shows you’re interested, prepared, and helps you give specific answers about why you want to work there.
This part of the resume lists the skills you have to match the job.
What is a Skills Section.
This tells your employer who can speak about your skills and character.
What is References
What is a dependent?
Someone who relies on you for financial support, such as a child or another family member.
What does “benefits” mean when talking about a job?
Extra forms of compensation beyond pay, such as health insurance, vacation time, or retirement plans.
Arriving this early is recommended for interviews
What is 10-15 mins
Including this shows your responsibilities and achievements at past jobs.
What is work experience.
On applications, it's important to check all spelling and grammar is correct. ( what's this called)
What is Proof Reading
Employers us this to report payments to independent contractors.
what is a 1099
What is a “probationary period”?
A trial period when a new employee is evaluated to determine if they’re a good fit for the job.
Asking questions about the company or job shows this skill?
what is initiative or interest
A tailored document you send for each job to show you meet the jobs needs.
What is a customized resume.
This is helpful to prepare answers before filling out applications.
What is a Draft of Practice
What documents can you use to verify your identity for an I-9?
What is:
Driver’s license, school ID, or state ID card
Social Security card or birth certificate.
U.S. Passport, Permanent Resident Card (Green Card), or Employment Authorization Document.
(Name at least two for the correct answer
What does “confidential” mean in the workplace?
Information that must be kept private and not shared with unauthorized people.
Why is it important to research the company before your interview?
It shows you’re interested, prepared, and helps you give specific answers about why you want to work there.