Before an Interview
All about a resume
The interview!
Filling out a job application
Job Choices
100

What are interview appropriate clothes?

Dress shirt, slacks, dress pants, clean shoes, clean socks, tuck your shirt in.

100

What is a resume?

A brief summary of a person’s education, qualifications, and previous experience, typically sent with a job application.

100

Name one way you can be prepared for an interview

Research company, know their mission statement, know the name of the person who is interviewing you and their job title.

100
Should I fill out a job application in pencil?
No, you should fill out a job application in blue or black ink.
100

There are many different ways of finding out about a job. Name one way.

Help wanted ads, job service office, word of mouth, online platforms (Indeed, Monster, etc).

200
How should you wear your hair?
Hair should be clean and combed.
200
A resume should include? Name two things...
Name, address, phone number, education history, employment history, and references.
200
What should I take to my interview?
You should take your resume and a smile. Leave your cell phone in your car or at home.
200
What must you have to apply for a job online?
When applying online you must have an email address.
200
An application says you must have a valid drivers licenses to be employed for their company and you do not have a valid drivers licenses, should you apply?
No, companies have strict guidelines in terms of DL and qualifications, so you should keep searching for a job that fits your qualifications.
300
Is facial hair allowed?
Men should be clean shaven.
300
What color paper should a resume be printed on?
A resume shoule be printed on plain white or beige paper.
300

What is one of your strengths?

Punctual, pay attention to detail, communicative, works well with others.

300

Who are some good references to use on a resume?

References may include; coworkers, coaches, community members, former teachers. It is best not to include family members or friends as references.

300
List four skills you may have that qualify you for a specific job?
Strong work ethic, bilingual, time management, problem solving.
400
If my interview is at 10:30 AM what time should I arrive?
Between 10:10 and 10:20 AM.
400
Fill in the blank. A resume should be _____________, not handwritten.
Typed. Resume should never be handwritten.
400
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.
400

I have a hard time remembering the job application information, what can I do?

Print a copy and bring it to the interview with you in a folder, so you can reference it if you need to.

400
How can you choose the best realistic job that you may obtain?
Match your qualifications to the job description.
500
Name three things you should do while getting ready for an interview (hygiene)?
Put on deodorant, brush your teeth, clean short finger nails, bathe, brush and fix hair, little or no perfume, clean ears.
500
Should I take a resume with me to a job interview?
Yes, you should always take a resume with you to a job interview.
500

What should I do at the end of an interview?

You should thank the interviewer for their time and shake his or her hand. Also, make sure to get their email address and send a follow-up email.

500
If I have several gaps in my employment history what should I do?
Be honest about your employment. Honesty is the best policy.
500

List three barriers you may have while choosing a job.

Criminal Record, Employment history, transportation. 

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