Unit 1
work that you do mainly to earn money
job
natural abilities that people possess
atitudes
a position in which a person receives training by working with people who are experienced in a particular field
internship
personal letter that you present along with your resume.
cover letter
semimonthly
24
commitment to work in a field that you find interesting and fulfilling
career
tests that help you identify the activities you enjoy the most
interest inventories
programs that allow students to enhance classroom learning with part-time work related to their majors and interests.
programs that allow workers to choose the benefits that best meet their personal needs.
Cafeteria-style employee benefits
monthly
12
measure of quality of life based on the amounts and kinds of goods and services a person can buy
standard of living
tendencies of people grouped by age, gender, ethnicity, education, or income that change over time
Demographic trends
a way of making and using contracts to get job information and advice.
retirement plan that is funded at least in part by an employer.
pension plan
total amount you are paid for a particular time period before deductions
gross pay
developments that mark changes in a particular area
trends
tendencies of people moving from one area of the country to another as financial centers shift location
geographic trends
a meeting with someone who works in your area of interest who can provide you with practical information about the career or company you are considering.
information interview
weekly
52
set amount paid for each hour worked
hourly rate
amount of money you may earn over time
potential earning power
businesses that provide services for a fee
service industries
one or two page summary of your education, training, experience, and qualifications.
resume
biweekly
26
usually greater than the hourly rate; typically for hours worked over a regular 40 hour work week, a regular 8 hour day, or for hours worked on Sundays or holidays
overtime hourly rate