School to Work/Transitions
Resumes
Job Search Methods
Applications
Interviews
100
What is the name of our program at your school?
What is School to Work or Transition Services
100
What is a Resume?
What is A summary or your personal information, education, skills, and work experience.
100
Name 2 Job Search Websites?
What is Michigan Talent Bank, Monster Jobs, Craig's List, Career Builder, Hot Jobs, Snag-A-Job, Indeed, MI Career, Direct websites for employer, example: Lowes.com, Walmart.com, Kroger, com, etc...
100
What should you use to write with when you fill out an application?
What is Blue or Black Ink Pen Only (No Pencils)
100
List 3 interview "Do's"?
What is arrive early, dress appropriately 9professionally), speak clearly, make eye contact, use proper grammar, ask questions, practice before appointment, have your resume with you, know your skills, strengths, weaknesses, etc...
200
What is the name of our Agency?
What is New Horizons Rehabilitation Services
200
What information is listed or included in the (Heading) of your resume?
What is Name, Address, Phone number, Email, (Contact information)
200
What does it mean to network?
What is to tell people you know you are looking for work, (friends, family, teachers, counselors), Ask everyone you know if they know any employers hiring.
200
Who can you use as a reference?
What is co-workers, Boss, Teachers, Counselors, Coaches, Friends of Family, etc.... (NOT FAMILY/RELATIVES)
200
Give examples of 2 possible interview questions the interviewer may ask you?
What is the hours you are available to work? Can you work weekends or holidays? What are your strengths/weaknesses? Why do you want to work for this company? What is your previous work or volunteer experience, what would your teachers or past co-workers or employers say about you if I contacted them?, etc...
300
What do the initals I.E.P. stand for
What is Individualized Educational Plan
300
What is an Objective on the resume?
What is A sentence or a statement that lists your employment goals and positions desired.
300
Name 3 ways to look for a job?
What is want ads/classifieds, Networking, Cold calling, Internet, Yellow pages, Job fairs, etc...
300
If you have had more than one job, which one do you list first on the application?
What is the most recent
300
What are 3 interview "Don'ts"?
What is be late, chew gum, slouch, use incorrect or bad language, take cell phone or music in, look around, dress inappropriately, wear piercings, mumble, take anyone in with you, etc...
400
What do the initials M R S stand for?
What is Michigan Rehabilitation Services.
400
What should be listed under education?
What is the school name, location of school, degree earned, special courses taken, clubs, how long attended, awards, certifications, etc...
400
What does making Cold Calls/Cold Calling mean?
What is contacting employers without prior notice or permission by walking in in person, email, fax, telephone call, etc...
400
Name 3 abbreviations that may be listed in want ads/classifieds.
PT (Part-Time), FT (Full-Time), Wk. (Week), Hrs. (Hour), S.S.N (Social Security Number) dept. (Department)
400
Give an example of a question you may ask an employer if given the opportunity.
What is the dress code? What is the pay? What hours would you expect me to work? When will you make your decision? May I contact you? Can you tell me a little more about your company? Will I be expected to travel? What are the benefits?, etc...
500
What is an Accommodation?
What is any change, adjustment or assistance made for an individual in school or employment that helps them in performing daily activities.
500
What should be listed under work experience?
What is the company name, location, job title, duties (responsibilities), dates of employments, etc...
500
What things should you consider when searching for employment?
What is the distance, means of transportation, matching skills, interests, hours, tasks, responsibilities, pay/salary, benefits, etc...
500
What do you need if you are age 16 or you are still attending High School full time?
What is Worker's Permit
500
How should you end an interview?
What is Thank the interviewer for their time and shake their hand. Wait to be excused.