Before an Interview
What are interview appropraite clothes?
Dress shirt, slacks, dress pants, clean shoes, clean socks, tuck your shirt in.
What is a resume?
A resume is a piece of paper with important information about a perosn.
Name examples of nonverbal communication.
Shaking or nodding head, looking interested, facing the speaker.
Should I fill out a job application in pencil?
No, you should fill out a job application in ink
There are many different ways of finding out about a job. Name one way.
Help wanted ads, internet, job service office, word of mouth.
Describe the body language you should use at your interview.
Sit straight up, good posture, don't look too nervous (chewing nails, tapping feet).
A resume should include? Name two things...
Name, address, phone number, education history, employment history, and references.
What should I do with my cell phone at an interview?
You should have your cell phone off and out of your hands.
What should you do if someone tells you to apply online?
Look for the company's website and fill out the application there. You should also follow up with a phone call.
An ad says you must be 21 years of age to work, and you are only 18 should you apply?
No, companies have strict guidelines. You should find a job appropriate for your age.
What should you bring with you to an interview?
Application, resume, list of references, any previous relevant work.
What color paper should a resume be printed on?
A resume shoule be printed on plain white or beige paper.
Should I shake the interviewers hand?
Yes, always shake the interviewers hand.
Who are some good refernces to use on a resume?
References may include; teachers, community members, former employees
What does the word qualification mean?
Qualification means to fit the needs for a particular position or task.
If my interview is at 10:30 AM what time should I arrive?
Between 10:00 and 10:20 AM.
Fill in the blank. A resume should be _____________, not handwritten.
Typed. Resume should never be handwritten.
Should I look at the ceiling or floor while the interviewer is speaking?
NO! You should keep your eyes on the interviewer during an interview.
I have a hard time remembering information for an application what can I do?
To make filling out applications easier, it is helpful to practice what you will put beforehand, or have some notes with you while you are filling it out.
Where are help wanted ads usually found?
In the newspaper or online
Name three things you should do while getting ready for an interview (hygiene)?
Put on deodorant, brush your teeth, neat hair, not too much perfume/cologne.
Should I take a resume with me to a job interview?
Yes, you should always take a resume with you to a job interview.
What should you do at the end of an interview?
You should stand and say thank you to the interviewer and shake his or her hand.
I am unsure of how to spell a word what should I do?
Always double check for spelling errors. Use a dictionary or ask for help.
Fill in the blank. A high school __________ is required for many jobs?
Diploma or Degree