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Before an Interview
All about a resume
The interview!
Filling out a job application
Job Choices
100
What are interview appropraite clothes?
Dress shirt, slacks, dress pants, clean shoes, clean socks, tuck your shirt in.
100

What is a resume?

A resume is a piece of paper with important information about a person.

100
If your interview starts at 9 AM what time should you arrive?
8:45 or 8:50 AM.
100

Should I fill out a job application in pencil?

No, you should fill out a job application in ink, preferably black ink.

100

There are many different ways of finding out about a job. Name one way.

Help wanted ads, job service office, word of mouth.

200
How should you wear your hair?
Hair should be clean and combed.
200
A resume should include? Name two things...
Name, address, phone number, education history, employment history, and references.
200
What should I take to my interview?
You should take your resume and a smile. Leave your cell phone in your car or at home.
200

A business says to apply online. What does that mean?

Applying online means to use the internet to complete the job application.

200

An ad says you must be 21 years of age to work, and you are only 18 should you apply?

No, companies have strict guidlines, so you should keep searching for a job that fits your qualifications.

300

Is facial hair allowed?

Men should be neat and clean trimmed/shaven.

300
What color paper should a resume be printed on?
A resume shoule be printed on plain white or beige paper.
300

Should I shake the interviewers hand?

HMMM We used to always shake the interviewer's hand, but we think this may no longer be part of the interview process.Instead look at the interviewer and smile.

300

Who are some good references to use on a resume?

References may include coaches, community members, former teachers, generally adults who are established in their careers.

300

What does the word qualification mean?

Qualification means to fit the needs for a particular position or task.

400
If my interview is at 10:30 AM what time should I arrive?
Between 10:10 and 10:20 AM.
400
Fill in the blank. A resume should be _____________, not handwritten.
Typed. Resume should never be handwritten.
400
Should I look at the ceiling or floor while the interviewer is speaking?
NO! You should keep your eyes on the interviewer during an interview.
400

I have a hard time remembering job application information what can I do?

To make filling out applications easier, it is helpful to carry a wallet notes/resume at all times so important information doesn't have to be remembered.

400

Where are help wanted ads usually found?

In the newspaper. Other places include online, or on signs.

500
Name three things you should do while getting ready for an interview (hygiene)?
Put on deodorant, brush your teeth, clean short finger nails, bathe, brush and fix hair, little or no perfume, clean ears.
500
Should I take a resume with me to a job interview?
Yes, you should always take a resume with you to a job interview.
500

What should I do at the end of an interview?

You should stand and say thank you to the interviewer. We used to shake hands, but this is probably changing.

500

I am unsure of how to spell a word what should I do?

Always double check your resume for spelling errors. Use a dictionary or ask for assistance if you are able to fill the app out at home. 

500

What do people write when they want to apply for a job? Hint: they usually send it with their resume.

A cover letter