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100

What is a friend?

Someone you can always count on and sticks with you throughout your life?

100
True/False: You should apply for as many jobs as you can, regardless whether you think you would like the job.
False. You should like the jobs you apply for.
100
Which provides more personal satisfaction, a job or a career?
A career.
100

What are the four types of financial aid?

scholarships

grants

loans

workstudy

100
Attendance and promptness are important in high school and college. Are they also important at a job?
Yes.
200
True/False: A valid driver's license is required on all applications.
False. You need only a valid photo ID.
200
Why do employers offer job descriptions with degree requirements?
They will hire only someone who meets the degree requirements.
200
Which pays better, a job or a career?
Typically careers, but many jobs do pay well.
200
How many years of education does an engineer require?
4+ years
200
True/False: If others at work swear, it's OK for me to swear, too.
False.
300
True/False: Appropriate attire is required only for the interview.
False. Appropriate attire should be worn when picking up an application and at work.
300

True/False: When applying to jobs listed on classified sites, you should always include all of your personal contact information.

False. You will give this information later in the hiring process.

300
Which will offer more room for growth, a career or a job?
A career - both personal and professional.
300

What does FAFSA stand for?

Free Application for Federal Student Aid

300
When is it OK to send personal emails from a work email account?
Never.
400
This letter typically accompanies a resume and shows your employer your intent to apply for a position and showcases your writing skills.
What is a cover letter?
400

Name 3 criteria to search for a job on a career search engine (Monster.com)

Location, experience required, degree required, salary, field, company name

400
True/False: A job is task-based, while a career allows the use of creativity.
True.
400

How many years of education does a lawyer require?

4+3 years

400
Why do employers look at or monitor facebook/twitter activity?
You can be reprimanded or fired for inappropriate behavior on social media sites.
500
This is done before the interview to ensure adequate knowledge of the company, position, company values, etc.
What is Company Research?
500

Career fairs offer the opportunity to learn about and apply for several positions. Name 3 things you should take to a career fair.

Resume, references, notepad, pen/pencil, contact card (if you have one), list of employers you would like to visit.

500
What is the difference between an hourly rate and a salary?
Hourly - track hours and paid only for hours worked. Salary - paid regardless of hours worked, often over 40 hours/week.
500

Name the Career Pathways

Industrial and Engineering Technology

Human Services

Health Services

Arts and Communication 

Business Management and Technology

Natural Resources Agriculture 

500
When a supervisor corrects you at work and you don't agree with him, what is the best reaction?
Ask him to explain his reasoning, explain your reasoning, remain calm, take company-approved steps.