Application/Resume
Name at least 2 things that you should put on an application/resume?
Contact Info
Career Objective
Work History/Experience
Soft/Hard (technical) Skills
Volunteer/Community Involvement
Certifications
Achievement/Awards
How should you be dressed for an interview?
Business Casual, at least.
Name 3 strategies you can use to find a job.
1. Ask your network for referrals.
2. Contact companies directly.
3. Use Job Boards and Career Websites.
4. Visit Job Fairs.
5. Social Media (if you're using it professionally)
6. Staffing/Temp Agencies
7. Internships/Co-ops
If you are unsure about a certain rule or policy, you would look here for the answer.
What is look in the handbook? Or, ask a supervisor/boss?
What age group do we serve?
14-24 years old.
Who should you list as a professional reference?
- Former/Current Supervisors
- Teachers
- Coworkers
- Community Leaders
When should you arrive to an interview?
At least 15 minutes before.
Name 3 websites you can look for jobs on.
Indeed
Monster
Glassdoor
LinkedIn
What is the definition of being punctual?
Being on time.
What Services does the Young Adult Center Offer?
Job Search services, resume writing assistance, work experience and training opportunities.
What's the average time a hiring manager looks at each resume?
6 seconds.
What type of body language should you use during an interview?
Eye contact
Active Listening
What is the section in the newspaper that lists job openings?
The Classifieds.
What does it mean to have a good/positive attitude at work? Give examples.
Staying positive when something goes wrong, surrounding yourself with positive people, filling your mind with positive input (thinking happy thoughts), control your language, being nice to people (do something nice for someone, compliment them...etc), smiling, get enough sleep, eat good brain food...etc.
True of False
The Young Adult Career Center pays for work experience programs?
True.
Why are bullet points used on a resume?
Easier, quicker, and more organized, for hiring manager to read.
What are at least 2 questions you should expect to be asked at during interview?
- "Tell me a little about yourself."
- "What are your biggest weaknesses?"
- "What are your biggest strengths?"
- "Why should we hire you?"
- "Why Do You Want This Job?"
- "Why did you leave your last job?"
- "What are your goals for the future?"
What does PT and FT mean in a job ad? When you hear "benefits" what does that mean?
Part-time, Full-time
Paid time off, sick time, vacation, medical, pension, retirement, vision, dental,
Name 3 things you can do to keep yourself healthy while working.
What's MassHire YACC's address?
115 Merrimack St.
When describing your past skills and accomplishments on a resume, each bullet should be started with this.
Past tense action verb:
"Managed..."
"Utilized..."
"Facilitated..."
"Developed..."
What are at least 2 questions you can ask an interviewer during an interview?
Why is it important to have a professional online presence? What websites are good for those?
A strong online presence makes it easy for employers to have additional avenues to search and assess you as a potential candidate.
A "Personal Brand" - the online impression or image that people (most importantly potential employers) will remember you by.
Indeed, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Quora...etc.
Name 5 soft skills you would need to be successful in your workplace.
1. Good communication
2. Problem-solving
3. Interpersonal skills
4. Critical Thinking
5. Taking Initiative
6. Empathy
7. Teamwork
What are the 4 Core Values/Missions of the Young Adult Career Center?
Respect
Collaboration
Reliability
Ingenuity