Career Opportunities
Career
What is a goal for work that is fulfilled through an occupation or series of occupations?
skills
an aptitude that you put into practice and improve on
experience and qualifications worksheet
What is a summary of your important job-related information?
employment interview
What is a two-way conversation in which the interviewer learns about you and you learn about the job and the company?
Goals
clearly stated results that you want to achieve within a specified time period
Employee Handbook
A company manual that spells out specific policies and rules governing the employer-employee relationship.
Job search documents
A resume
Cover letter
An employment application
employment application or job application
What is a form used to gather basic information from everyone who applies for positions
mentor
What is an experienced employee who serves as a counselor to a person with less experience?
lifelong learning
developing and sustaining the habit of continuing your education. Formal and informal
Webinars, College courses, software courses, on-line courses
Asking questions, asking for help, volunteer to learn new programs
How to make it a first good day?
Report to work on time
Bring two forms of identification
Social security numbers and dates of birth of dependants
Emergency contacts numbers
Appearance is neat and clean
Be polite, friendly, relaxed
Listen carefully to instructions and take notes
Exhibit a genuine desire to learn
interests
Things you enjoy doing
resume
What is a tool that provides information about you to a potential employer? Brief, concise, well-organized summary of education, work experience, and any other qualifications
thank-you or follow-up letter
What is a letter that expresses your appreciation for the opportunity to interview?
Internal networking
networking with people who work within your company
networking
Developing contacts or exchanging information with others in an informal network to further one's career
sources for available jobs
What is the media, personal contacts, career fairs, business contacts, and government employment offices?
Resume rules
Always typed, attractive, readable, no errors, highlights your skills and experience
employee benefits
What is insurance(medical, dental), vacation time, and retirement programs?
external networking
networking with contacts outside of your workplace
Work and Compensation Issues
Workplace Standards and Expectations
Benefits
aptitudes
cover letter
What is a letter that expresses your interests in a specific job and asks for an interview?
behavioral interviewing
What is questions that typically begin with "describe" or "tell me about..."?
career strategy
plan of action to reach your career goals