Careers 101
The amount of money you earn at your job is called a ______________.
Wage or salary
What is the color ink that should be used on your resume?
Black
A __________ is a monetary reward that students can earn that they do not have to pay back.
Scholarship
What is the name of the license that is required for truck drivers?
CDL (Commercial Drivers License)
I cut but never bleed, style but never wear, work with heads but not with brains. What am I?
Hairstylist/Barber
How many hours is the typical work week?
40
You should only mention your GPA on your resume if it is this or higher
3.0
How many years does it take to get a Bachelor's Degree?
4
This is a type of postsecondary education that trains students for a specific line of work, often in healthcare, cosmetology, culinary arts, or other hands on fields.
Technical/Vocational School
I play all day, but I’m not at leisure, make-believe for a living, but I’m not a liar. Who am I?
Actor/Actress
What is the legal minimum age to apply for a job?
16
How many pages should a resume of someone with less than five years of experience be?
1 page
What is the money you owe for college classes called?
Tuition
A law school graduate must pass this test to become a lawyer
Bar exam
I paint but not on canvas, bring smiles without a joke, color faces but not with crayons. What is my occupation?
Make-up Artist
A one page document you send with your resume that provides additional information about skills and experiences related to the job your pursuing.
Cover Letter
In what part of your resume should put your name, address, phone number, and email address?
The heading
What is the name of the test you take during your junior year of high school to get into college?
SAT or ACT
What is the typical amount of years that a student studying to become a doctor attends college?
8 years
I write but not books, report but not to a boss, seek stories but not for my entertainment. What is my job?
Journalist
Someone who can vouch for your skills, work ethic, and experience in a professional setting.
Professional Reference
What is the most commonly used font for a resume?
Times New Roman
What is the name of the form you fill out for financial aid?
FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
What is name of the test that an accountant must pass in order to demonstrate their expertise in the field?
CPA Exam (Certified Public Accountant)
I fit but not clothes, measure but not distances, correct but not mistakes. What’s my profession?
Eye Doctor