Application/Resume
Interview
Job Search
Maintaining Your Job
MassHire Young Adult
Career Center
100

Name at least 2 things that you should put on an application/resume?

Contact Info
Career Objective
Work History/Experience
Soft/Hard (technical) Skills
Volunteer/Community Involvement
Certifications
Achievement/Awards



100

How should you be dressed for an interview?  

Business Casual, at least.

100

Name 3 strategies you can use to find a job.

1. Ask your network for referrals.
2. Contact companies directly.
3. Use Job Boards and Career Websites.
4. Visit Job Fairs.
5. Social Media (if you're using it professionally)
6. Staffing/Temp Agencies
7. Internships/Co-ops




100

If you are unsure about a certain rule or policy, you would look here for the answer.

What is look in the handbook? Or, ask a supervisor/boss?

100

What age group do we serve?

14-24 years old.

200

Who should you list as a professional reference?

- Former/Current Supervisors
- Teachers
- Coworkers
- Community Leaders

200

When should you arrive to an interview?  

At least 15 minutes before.

200

Name 3 websites you can look for jobs on.

Indeed
Monster
Glassdoor
LinkedIn

200

What is the definition of being punctual?

Being on time. 

200

What Services does the Young Adult Center Offer?

Job Search services, resume writing assistance, work experience and training opportunities.

300

What's the average time a hiring manager looks at each resume?

6 seconds.


300

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

Eye contact

Active Listening

300

What is the section in the newspaper that lists job openings?

The Classifieds. 

300

What does it mean to have a good/positive attitude at work? Give examples.

Staying positive when something goes wrong, surrounding yourself with positive people, filling your mind with positive input (thinking happy thoughts), control your language, being nice to people (do something nice for someone, compliment them...etc), smiling, get enough sleep, eat good brain food...etc. 

300

True of False 

The Young Adult Career Center pays for work experience programs?

True.

400

Why are bullet points used on a resume?

Easier, quicker, and more organized, for hiring manager to read.

400

What are at least 2 questions you should expect to be asked at during interview?

- "Tell me a little about yourself."
- "What are your biggest weaknesses?"
- "What are your biggest strengths?"
- "Why should we hire you?"
- "Why Do You Want This Job?"
- "Why did you leave your last job?"
- "What are your goals for the future?"



400

What does PT and FT mean in a job ad?  When you hear "benefits" what does that mean?

Part-time, Full-time

Paid time off, sick time, vacation, medical, pension, retirement, vision, dental, 

400

Name 3 things you can do to keep yourself healthy while working.

  1. Exercise regularly.
  2. Get plenty of sleep. 
  3. Eat/drink a good diet.
  4. Stay mentally active.
  5. Remain socially involved.
400

What's MassHire YACC's address?

115 Merrimack St.

500

When describing your past skills and accomplishments on a resume, each bullet should be started with this.  

Past tense action verb:

"Managed..."
"Utilized..."
"Facilitated..."
"Developed..."

500

What are at least 2 questions you can ask an interviewer during an interview?

  1. What does a typical day look like?
  2. Can you show me examples of projects I’d be working on?
  3. What are the biggest challenges that someone in this position would face?
  4. Are there opportunities for advancement or professional development?
  5. What’s your favorite part about working here?


500

Why is it important to have a professional online presence? What websites are good for those?

A strong online presence makes it easy for employers to have additional avenues to search and assess you as a potential candidate.

A "Personal Brand" - the online impression or image that people (most importantly potential employers) will remember you by.

Indeed, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Quora...etc. 

500

Name 5 soft skills you would need to be successful in your workplace. 

1. Good communication
2. Problem-solving
3. Interpersonal skills
4. Critical Thinking
5. Taking Initiative
6. Empathy
7. Teamwork

500

What are the 4 Core Values/Missions of the Young Adult Career Center?

Respect

Collaboration

Reliability

Ingenuity