Interview Attire
True or false: Wrinkled clothing is acceptable as long as your outfit is expensive.
What is False?
What should you do when you first meet your interviewer?
What is greet them politely and introduce yourself?
This type of education allows students to earn a bachelor's degree, usually after four years of full-time study.
What is a four-year college or university?
Should you include false information on a job application?
What is no?
This document summarizes your high school grades, classes, and GPA.
What is a transcript?
You are interviewing for an office position. Should you wear a graphic T-shirt and ripped jeans or dress pants and a button-down shirt?
What are dress pants and a button-down shirt?
How early should you arrive for an in-person interview?
What is about 10–15 minutes early?
This option allows students to learn a skilled trade, such as plumbing, welding, or electrical work, through specialized training.
What is a trade school or vocational school?
What document summarizes your skills, education, and work experience?
What is a resume?
This number measures your academic performance on a 4.0 scale.
What is a GPA?
What should you do with your clothes before an interview to make sure they look presentable?
What is iron or steam them and check for stains?
What should you do if you don't understand an interview question?
What is politely asking the interviewer to clarify the question?
This two-year degree can prepare students for certain careers or allow them to transfer to a four-year university.
What is an associate degree?
What is a reference on a job application?
What is someone who can speak about your character, skills, or work performance?
Money is awarded based on academic achievement or community involvement and usually don't have to be repaid.
What are scholarships?
What is one accessory that can complete a professional outfit without being distracting?
What is a simple watch, belt, or modest piece of jewelry?
Why should you avoid interrupting the interviewer?
What is because it demonstrates respect and good listening skills?
Unlike a traditional four-year college, this option allows students to earn money while gaining supervised, hands-on experience in a career.
What is an apprenticeship?
If you have never had a paid job, what experiences could you include on a resume?
What are volunteer work, school activities, leadership roles, and relevant projects?
This form is completed to determine eligibility for federal financial aid.
Two candidates have similar qualifications, but one wears clothing that is inappropriate for the workplace. Why might the other candidate make a stronger first impression?
What is because appropriate attire can demonstrate preparation, awareness of workplace expectations, and professionalism?
At the end of the interview, what is one way to leave a positive final impression?
What is thanking the interviewer for their time and expressing interest in the position?
A student wants to become a registered nurse but needs a more affordable starting point before transferring to a university. What post-secondary path could they consider?
What is attending a community college to complete prerequisite courses or earn an associate degree before transferring, depending on the nursing program?
Why should you customize your resume for each position you apply for?
What is highlighting the skills and experiences most relevant to each specific job?
These courses often earn both high school and college credit.
What are dual enrollment, or AP, IB, AICE courses?