Career and Employment Terminology

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Ability

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talent, skill, or proficiency in a particular area

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Applicant

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a person who makes a formal application for something, especially a job

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Attire

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clothes, especially fine or formal ones

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Background Check

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a process that examines a person's past to verify their identity and suitability for a role

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Benefits

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perks or compensation that an employer offers to their employees in addition to their base salary

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Career

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an occupation undertaken for a significant period of a person's life and with opportunities for progress

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Career Path / Career Pathway

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the series of jobs or roles that constitute a person's career, especially one in a particular field

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Cover Letter

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one-page document you send with your resume that provides additional information about skills and experiences related to the job you're pursuing

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Education

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the process of receiving or giving systematic instruction, especially at a school or university

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Interview

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a meeting of people face to face, especially for consultation, job, or career possibility