Before Applying
Newspapers, internet, school's job placement service, bulletin boards, friends/colleagues.
Where can you find out about job openings?
What information should you include on your resume?
A way of introducing yourself to an employer.
Form that employers use to obtain basic information about an applicant.
What is an application?
A meeting between an employer and a potential employee, where the employer evaluates the applicant to see if they are a good fit for the job.
"How will I get to work?"
"Do I like to work independently or with others?"
"What arrangements need to be made?"
"What kind of patients/residents do I want to work with?"
What kind of questions should you ask yourself before applying for jobs?
Your age, marital status, weight, religion, sexual preference, and whether or not you have kids.
What should you NEVER include in a resume?
4-5 sentences.
How long should your cover letter be?
Tons of applications!
How many applications should you put in?
Men: Slacks, button-down/polo shirt, and a belt.
What is the appropriate attire for an interview?
Resume, reference list, cover letter.
What paperwork should you prepare before applying for jobs?
A document that employers use to get information about a potential candidates background, skills, and accomplishments.
What is a resume?
How formal should your cover letter be?
- Use blue or black pen
- Write neatly
- Be honest
- You can apply online or on paper
- Dress neatly (in person)
What are some things one should know about filling out applications?
- Shake interviewers hand.
- Thank the interviewer before and after the interview.
- Say "I don't know" if you do not know the answer to a question.
- Make a list of questions to ask the interviewer.
What should a person do before beginning their application process?
A list of people that are willing to talk to an employer about a potential employee.
1. Why you are contacting them.
2. A little bit about how you're going to help.
3. Your interest in the position.
What should you include in your cover letter?
Call and ask about their application.
What should one do when employers do not get back to them in a week?
Call and ask about your interview and application status.
What should one do if the employer does not get back to them after their interview?