Tendencies of people grouped by age, gender, ethnicity, education, or income that change over time.
What are demographic trends?
100
Position in which a person receives training by working with people who are experienced in a particular field
What is an internship?
100
One- or two-page summary of your education, training, experience and qualifications.
What is a resume?
100
What are 3 things you should consider in addition to salary when weighing job offers?
healthcare, life insurance, dental, vision, paid time off, tuition assistance, retirement plans, etc.
200
A commitment to work in a field that you find interesting and fulfilling.
What is a career?
200
More working parents is an example of what kind of trend?
Demographic.
200
Programs allow students to enhance classroom learning with part-time work related to their majors and interests.
What is cooperative education?
200
Presented along with your resume; tells the employer why they should interview you.
What is a cover letter?
200
Job accessible to a person who is inexperienced in a particular field.
What is an entry-level job?
300
Measure of quality of life based on the amounts and kinds of goods and services a person can buy.
What is standard of living?
300
Tendencies of people moving from one area of the country to another as financial centers shift location.
What are geographic trends?
300
A way of making and using contacts to get job information and advice.
What is networking?
300
Process in which a potential employee is evaluated by an employer for prospective employment.
What is an interview?
300
An effort one makes in bettering one’s career.
What is advancement?
400
The amount of money you may earn over time.
What is potential earning power?
400
Manufacturing decreased in the U.S. because of what two factors?
Increased foreign competition and automation.
400
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.
What is an informational interview?
400
What are 3 main parts included in all resumes?
Contact info, education and experience
400
Retirement plan that is funded at least in part by an employer.
What is a pension plan?
500
Natural abilities that people posses.
What are aptitudes?
500
What are two economic factors that can reduce career opportunities?
High interest rates, prices increases, and/or decreased demand or goods and services
500
Where are 3 places to look for job opportunities?
Advertisements, job fairs, employment agencies, company websites
500
What are three of the things you should do to prepare for an interview?
Research the company and industry
Prepare for the typical interview questions
Prepare questions for the interviewer
Practice
Dress for success
500
Sets aside a portion of your pay, plus employer match.