Before an Interview
All about a resume
The interview!
Filling out a job application
Job Choices
100
Clothes that are interview appropriate.
What are dress shirt, slacks, dress pants, clean shoes, clean socks, tucked in shirt
100
What is a resume?
A resume is a piece of paper with important information about a perosn.
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?
100
There are many different ways of finding out about a job. Name one way.
Help wanted ads, job service (VRS!) 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
If I have a beard or mustache, is that ok?
If you wear a beard or mustache, it should be neatly groomed for an interview
terview.
300
What color paper should a resume be printed on?
A resume shoule be printed on plain white or beige paper.
300
You have most, but not all of the qualifications for a job. When the interviewer asks about a qualification you are lacking, how can you respond?
What is be honest, "I don't yet have this skill", but go on to share a similar skill, or an example of how you have gained a similar skill.
300
A type of person who can be used as a reference.
Who is a coach, community members, former teacher, former supervisor or coworker
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?
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 personal data sheet with your work history, education and training, and references, so important information doesn't have to be remembered.
400
A popular job search website.
What is Indeed, Monster, Glassdoor, Snagajob
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
A typical way to end an interview that is not appropriate during a global pandemic.
What is a handshake.
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.
500
Fill in the blank. A high school __________ is required for many jobs?
Diploma