Before an Interview
What are interview appropriate clothes?
Dress shirt, slacks, dress pants, clean shoes, clean socks, tuck your shirt in.
What is a resume?
A resume is a piece of paper listing your important skills and work history information.
If your interview starts at 9 AM what time should you arrive?
8:45 or 8:50 AM.
Should I fill out a job application in pencil?
No, you should fill out a job application in black or blue ink.
There are many different ways of finding out about a job. Name one way.
Help wanted ads, workforce center, job posting websites or word of mouth.
How do you prepare for an interview? Name 2 things.
Good hygiene, clean clothes, copy of resume, research the company, know where to go, arrange transportation so you can arrive on time.
A resume should include? Name two things...
Name, address, phone number, email address, education history, employment history, and references.
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.
A business says to apply online. What does that mean?
Applying online means to use the internet to complete the job application.
An ad says you must be 21 years of age to work, and you are only 18 should you apply?
No, companies have strict guidelines, so you should keep searching for a job that fits your qualifications.
Should you chew gum or bring food or beverages to an interview?
NO!
What color paper should a resume be printed on?
A resume should be printed on neutral colored resume paper.
Should I shake the interviewers hand?
Yes, always shake the interviewers hand. Do this firmly while you look at the interviewer and smile.
Who are good references to include on a resume?
References may include; coaches, community members, former teachers, former job coaches
What does the word qualification mean?
Qualification means you have the skills and ability to fit the needs for a particular position or task.
If my interview is at 10:30 AM what time should I arrive?
Between 10:15 to 10:20 AM.
Fill in the blank. A resume should be _____________, not handwritten.
Typed. Resume should never be handwritten.
Should I look at the ceiling or floor while the interviewer is speaking?
NO! You should keep your eyes on the interviewer during an interview.
If 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 wallet resume at all times so important information doesn't have to be remembered.
Where are help wanted ads usually found?
In the newspaper, outside of a business, on a website.
Name three things you should do to get 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.
Should I take a resume with me to a job interview?
Yes, you should always take a resume with you to a job interview.
What should I do at the end of an interview?
You should stand and say thank you to the interviewer and shake his or her hand.
If I am unsure of how to spell a word what should I do?
Always double check your resume for spelling errors. Use a dictionary and have someone edit if for you.
Fill in the blank. A company often checks your _____________ to see the type of information your post before offering you an interview.
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