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Job Application
Job Interview
Job Search
Cover Letter
Resume
100
What is the color of pen you should use when filling out a job application?
black or blue never use colours like red, yellow, purple, green, etc...
100
What should MEN wear to an interview (give 3 examples)
- Dress pants (Black, brown, grey, khaki) - Dress shirt with collar - dress shoes - tie - blazer/jacket
100
Name 2 examples of how to find out if an employer is hiring
internet (job sites), newspaper, word of mouth, journals and magazines, in the window of the company, going to the company and asking thier HR person
100
How long should your cover letter be?
No more than one page
100
What should always be at the tip of your resume
Your name, contact information
200
What is included in the personal information section of the application?
Name, current address, phone number, email address
200
What should WOMEN wear to an interview? (give 2 examples)
- dress or skirt (knee length) - dress pants - dress shoes - blouse - blazer/jacket
200
The job you are searching for should match your....
- interests - abilities - skills - strengths
200
What is a cover letter?
A short letter to let an employer know you are interested in a job, and about your skills and past experience that match that job
200
Name 3 sections of a resume
- contact information - education - employment history - volunteer history - interests - accomplishments - references
300
What is included in the work experience section of an application? (Name 3)
Employer name, employer address, date hired, date left, job title, duties
300
How should you answer the question, "Tell me about yourself?"
Talk about past career experiences, goals, interests/hobbies, skills and strengths
300
What are the two first things you do that make a lasting impression on employers (hint: one has to do with your hand)
- the way you look/are dressed - your handshake
300
Should a cover letter go before or after your resume?
Before!
300
What is the section where you explain your goal called in the resume
"Objective"
400
Who should you ask for when applying to a job in person?
The manager or manager on duty
400
What NOT to do in an interview (2 examples)
- don't slouch in the chair - don't forget to make eye contact - don't chew gum - don't speak badly about a past employer - don't forget to smile!
400
What is a tool you use to "sell yourself" to an employer when you are searching for jobs?
Resume and cover letter
400
What should the end of your cover letter always say?
Thank you
400
Name three types of people who would be good to use as references?
- Teacher - Past employer - someone you volunteered for - job coach - transition facilitator - coach - co-op placement supervisor - family friend who you have done work for in the past (ex. mowed their lawn, stacked wood, babysit)
500
What information is included in a job description? (name 2)
job title, duties to be performed, physical demands like lifting, education requirements, related work experience required, how to apply
500
How early should you arrive for a job interview?
10-15 minutes early
500
What can you do to keep improving your skills when looking for a job? (name 1)
- Volunteer - Job Shadowing - Informational interviews - Practice!
500
Should you hand write or type your cover letter?
Always type your cover letter
500
Name 3 job related skills
- positive attitude - team player - always on time - responsible - friendly - customer service skills - ETC.....