Career Exploration/Resume

If you want to build work experience directly after high school, you could...

(pick more than one)

• Start an entry-level job

• Attend a four-year college

• Find an apprenticeship

• Volunteer once a year

Which of the following is true about a college education? (pick more than one)

• College is the only way to get a stable high-paying job

• College grads have higher lifetime earnings on average than HS grads

• College grads have a higher rate of unemployment

• More education is related to lower unemployment

What is best practice when using job boards to find a new job? (pick more than one)

• Use job search filters and create alerts

• Set up a profile on each of the top job boards

• Auto-apply to as many positions as possible with one resume

• Scroll through job postings without filters every morning

Which is true of an effective resume?

• It includes many details; the longer the resume, the better

• It works for every job application, so you don't need multiple resumes

• It uses key words and has a simple design

• It features your photograph

How are your resume and cover letter related?

• Both should be handwritten detailed documents

• Your cover letter highlights your personality and interest in the position, your resume is work history only

• A cover letter includes entire work history, resume does not

• Both include your signature to signify they're legitimate

It is never too early to explore some career options.

• True
• False

people who can tell a potential employer why you are qualifiedfor a job

• references
• sister
• cover letter

Once you create a resume how often should you update it?

• You never have to change it

• Every Presidential Election

• Every time something changes in your work experience, or if you learn something new

What is the purpose of a resume?

• To get a job interview

• To impress your friends

• To make money

Often a resume is used together with a ______ to get a job interview

• brochure

• booklet

• cover letter