Career Unit Review

You should ask permission before you use someone as a reference.

• True

• False

Lisa, a high school student, bags groceries at the local supermarket three nights a week during the school year. She is a _________ worker and likely gets paid ________.

• full-time, a salary

• full-time, an hourly rate

• part-time, an hourly rate

• part-time, a salary

Which of the following are good factors to consider when choosing a college major or career?

• Takes advantage of your unique strengths

• Matches your personal values

• Matches experiences that you have had in the past that you enjoyed

• Has a positive outlook in terms of future job growth (i.e., more jobs in this major/career in the future)

At what point of the hiring process might you be expected to complete forms for taxes, health insurance, and other company benefits?

• After you submit your resume but before your interview

• Within the first few days of starting your new job

• After your interview, so they can use the info to help decide whether to hire you

• After a customary 1-3 month trial period of employment

Who would be considered an appropriate personal reference when you apply to your first job?

• A teacher whose class you've received A's in the past two semesters

• A high school friend who you have never worked with in a paid or volunteer role

• A boss who gave you a negative performance review

• A manager who you worked closely with on a volunteer project who thought highly of your work

If you’re fortunate enough to receive multiple job offers, you should decide based on factors such as starting salary, number of vacation days, and quality of health care plan.

• True

• False

How should you think about the relationship between your resume and cover letter?

• There is no relationship; you should create both of them independently and there should be no overlap

• Your cover letter should highlight key elements of your resume that make you qualified for the job

• Your cover letter does not need to be customized but your resume should be customized for each job you apply for

• Your cover letter is optional while your resume is required for any job that you are applying for

It is unprofessional to do online research to learn more about the person you are having an informational interview with.

• True

• False

How does your social media behavior influence your ability to get a job?

• It has no impact; employers are forbidden by law from looking at your social media accounts

• It can have a positive impact as employers like fun-loving employees who know how to have a good time

• Unprofessional public profiles on social media sites are generally not viewed by employers so no need to worry about those embarrassing pics

• Having a professional profile is critical since many employers view social media profiles during the recruiting process

Which of these does NOT represent a constructive way to use social media during your job search?

• Follow professional organizations on Twitter to keep current on the industry

• Create a LinkedIn profile that highlights your skills and experiences

• Connect with long-lost friends, extended relatives, and friends of friends to expand your network and look for opportunities

• Post critically about your current job so people know you're serious about finding a new career