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100

Name 2 things that you have to put on an application.

name, date of birth, phone number, social security number, address, references

100
How should you dress for an interview?
dress to impress, wear nice clothes
100

Name 3 places you can look to find a job?

Internet - LinkedIn, Handshake, Indeed.com, company websites

Connections - academic, friends, and family

Public areas - library, university, church, etc.

100

You’re given a task that you’re not sure how to start. What would you do?

ask a co-worker, review manual, research independently, email/ask supervisor

100

What are the eight NACE Career Readiness competencies?

Career & Self-Development, Communication, Critical Thinking, Equity & Inclusion, Leadership, Professionalism, Teamwork, and Technology

200
Who should you list as a reference?
teacher or any other adult who has seen your work and skills.
200
When should you arrive to an interview?
5-15 minutes early
200

Name a job search site?

Handshake, LinkedIn, career pages of companies/organizations

200

You’re in a meeting with experienced team members and don’t understand part of the discussion. What would you do?

actively listen to learn from other team members, ask clarifying questions, meet with co-workers or supervisors to learn more about the discussion

200

“Keep an open mind to diverse ideas and new ways of thinking.” This statement falls under what competency?

Equity & Inclusion

300
What can you list under prior experience?
past jobs or volunteer activities or training experiences
300

What type of body language should you have during an interview?

active listening 

open body language

sitting up straight

attention towards speaker

300

What is the difference between PT, FT, and seasonal in a job ad?

PT (part time work), FT (full time work), seasonal (temporary)

300

Your manager asks for a progress update, but you’re behind schedule. How would you respond?

be honest/transparent, take ownership, acknowledge the delay and share potential solutions

300

What are some examples of how to practice professionalism?

Be present and prepared, demonstrate dependability, meet and exceed expectations

400
Why do applications ask for your work history?
to find out what skills you have and how much experience you have
400

What are 2 questions you can expect to be asked at an interview?

Tell me about yourself? What are your strengths? What makes you qualified for the job? (answers vary)

400

How can you filter your search online to find a job?

location

job position

job field

salary

type of work (in person, hybrid, remote)

benefits

accommodations/modifications

400

You’re applying for jobs but your resume doesn’t include internships. How do you highlight your strengths during interviews?

shift the focus to your strengths, such as your projects, skills, learning attitude, and soft skills.

400

Name a sample behavior for good communication

Communicate in a clear and organized manner so that others can effectively understand.

500
What skills have you learned from your specific training?
answers vary
500

What are three questions you can ask the interviewer?

what are the job responsibilities, what are advancement/growth opportunities; answers may vary

500

What should you do if you see a help wanted sign/ad at a place where you would like to work?

go in and ask for an application, save information, do some research

500

You’re applying for jobs but your resume doesn’t include internships. How do you highlight your strengths during interviews?

Shift focus of resume to your strengths (highlighting projects, skills, learning attitude)

500

These skills fall under what competency? Plan, initiate, manage, complete and evaluate projects.

Leadership