Job Vocabulary
Hired or Fired
Education
Job Applications
Interview Skills
100
Define the word "Skill"
What is the ability to do an activity or job well, especially when you have prior experience or practice
100
You consistently show up to work about 5 minutes late
What is fired. Most employers want you to be 10-15 minutes early for your shift, so that you are ready to begin work at your designated time.
100
This degree typically takes about four years to complete
What is Bachelor's Degree
100
You turn these in with your application to give your employer a better idea of who you are and why you want to work there.
What is Resume and Cover Letter
100
You should answer each question right away to show the interviewer that you are prepared.
What is false. While silence may be uncomfortable, take time to formulate your answers. Take deep breaths throughout the interview to stay calm.
200
Define Reference
What is a person who knows you and is willing to describe and usually praise you to support you when you are trying to get a job; a statement as to a person's character or ability
200
You take on additional tasks outside of your job description or assist your coworkers when your tasks are complete
What is hired. Most employers want to see their employees going above and beyond their responsibilities. This can be helpful when applying for bonuses or promotions.
200
This degree can be completed in two years, provide specific training, and graduates can typically work in technical or medical fields.
What is an Associate's Degree
200
True or False: You should use blue or black ink when completing your application
What is True, however it is preferable to use black ink on professional documents.
200
You should be about an hour early for the interview to show the manager that you are enthusiastic about the job.
What is false. Arrive 5-10 minutes before your scheduled interview time
300
What is a value
What is how important or useful something is
300
That burger is burnt and you are hungry. There is no way you can serve it to a customer, so you eat it.
What is fired. Most restaurants, however, provide one meal per shift or a discount on the food to employees.
300
Bricklayers, Plumbers, Carpentry, Electricians, and Sheet Metal Workers all fall into this category
What is a trade
300
If you have no previous work experience, what you put in the work history section of the application
What is previous volunteer experience and explain in your cover letter.
300
True or False: Calling, emailing, or sending a note thanking the manager for consideration is considered standard practice
What is True! Thank them for their time, letting them know once again how interested you are in working for their company.
400
Things that employers offer you in addition to your wages, such as sick or vacation time or medical insurance
What is benefits
400
You work at a clothing store and you ring up your friend's purchases. You ring up every other purchase to make sure your friend gets a nice discount.
What is FIRED!! That is stealing, don't do it.
400
You don't have to pay back these types of student loans (hint- there are two)
What is scholarships and grants
400
When you submit your application, it's ok to wear your street clothes
NO! Your first impression is when you turn in that application. Dress professionally or relevant to the position you are applying for.
400
You should always dress in a suit and tie or dress clothes when interviewing for a job.
What is false. Dress appropriately for the setting, but always make sure you are well groomed and your clothing is neat.
500
Define Deductions
What is an amount of money taken from your paycheck every payday
500
You have an issue with a coworker and you try to talk to the coworker before going to your supervisor to see if you can work it out.
What is hired. Before involving your supervisor, try to work out the issue on your own. Although you won't get along with everyone, try to remain on friendly terms with your coworkers.
500
This program provides part time work to college students to help them pay their tuition
What is the Federal Work-Study Program
500
You write this in areas of the application that you can't answer or don't have an answer for, being sure to leave no blank spaces.
What is N/A or Does Not Apply
500
Two ways that you should prepare for your interview
What is researching the company online, preparing relevant questions for the manager, practicing interview skills, planning your route and time of departure, and getting a good night's sleep the day before the interview.
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