Before an interview
What are appropriate clothes to wear to an interview?
Dress shirt, golf shirt (men), slacks, dress pants, clean shoes, clean socks, tuck your shirt in & iron if necessary.
What is a resume?
A resume is a document with important information about a person and includes such things as education, employment history, skills, job objective, etc.
If your interview starts at 9 AM. What time should you arrive?
8:45 or 8:50 AM.
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 or signs, employment office, word of mouth, online job boards.
What should you do with your hair?
Hair should be washed, and combed or brushed.
A resume should include? Name 2 things...
Name, address, phone number, education history, employment history, and references.
What should I take to my interview?
You should take your resume and a smile. You may also take a notebook to jot down important information. Leave your cell phone in your car or at home.
A business says to apply online. What does that mean?
Applying online means to use the internet (job board, website) to complete/submit the job application.
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, so you should keep searching for a job that fits your qualifications.
Is facial hair allowed?
Men should be clean shaven, or facial hair should be neatly trimmed.
What colour of paper should a resume be printed on?
A resume should be printed on plain white or light beige paper.
Should I shake the interviewer's hand? (pre-Covid)
Yes, always shake the interviewers hand. Do this firmly while you look at the interviewer and smile.
Who are some good references to use on a resume?
References may include: coaches, community members, former teachers, previous employers/supervisors.
What does the word qualification mean?
Qualification means to fit the needs for a particular position or task; to have the necessary education, experience, skills.
If my interview is at 10:30 AM. What time should I arrive?
Between 10:15 and 10:20 AM.
Fill in the blank. A resume should be _____________, not handwritten.
Typed, printed. Resumes should never be handwritten.
I have a hard time remembering information when completing a job application. What should I do?
To make filling out applications easier, it is helpful to carry a copy of your resume at all times so you have easy access to important information, dates, etc which may be difficult to remember.
Where are help wanted ads usually found?
In the newspaper, digital or print.
Name 3 things you should do when getting ready for an interview (re: personal hygiene)?
Take a shower or bath, wear deodorant, brush your teeth, shave (men), clean/trim finger nails, brush & style hair, wear little or no perfume, clean ears, wear clean, neat clothes.
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 I do at the end of an interview?
You should stand, smile, and say thank you to the interviewer and shake their hand.
I am unsure of how to spell a word. What should I do?
Always double check your resume for spelling errors. Use a dictionary or Google, or ask for assistance.
Fill in the blank. A high school __________ is required for many jobs?
Diploma