Gear Up Job Search Assessment

Besides online job searches, which option provides a DIRECT, PERSONAL connection when trying to find a job?

• using your personal contacts to as about job availability

• emailing your resume to companies

• an online job board

• contacting hiring directors through online job boards

Resumes are meant to showcase your skills and summarize your previous work experience and education

• true

• false

Which of the following contact methods would be best to provide to a future employer so they can make contact with you?

• home address

• cell phone number

• email address

• your old jobs phone number

Which of the following is NOT appropriate advice for a job interview?

• Speak in a calm, yet enthusiastic tone

• Research the company culture to decide what outfit would be appropriate

• Come prepared with extra copies of your resume and reference list.

• Arrive at your interview at the exact time it will take place.

What is the purpose of a job interview?

• Quiz you about your knowledge, experience, and education.

• Determine if you are a good fit for the company and if you’re interested in the job

• Offer you the job and discuss your salary and benefit preferences

• Decide if you like the supervisor and if you can find friends in their workplace.

A formal written summary of a person's education, work experience, and other qualifications for a job.

• references
• resume
• want ad
• networking

An application form completed by a job applicant to give an employer information about the applicant.

• portfolio

• resume

• job application

• want ad

Very few companies will ask for a completed job application.

• True
• False

On a job application, neatness is not very important.

• True
• False

When you have a job interview you should:

• Come professional dressed

• Bring copies of your résumé

• tell them exactly what kind of work you are interested in

• all answers correct