Careers Vocabulary

A yearly fixed amount of money paid to an employee each monthly pay period.

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Basic skills that are needed to get, keep, and do well at a job

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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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Paid position of regular employment

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A brief summary; a short written account of one's education, certifications, working experience, or qualifications for a job

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A formal, personal meeting one arranged for formal discussion to evaluate an applicant.

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A personal business letter that you send with your resume when you apply for a job.​

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An organized form that asks basic questions about the applicant's background, such as work history, education, skills, and references

A person who knows you and is willing to describe or praise you to support when you are trying to get a job/career

Skills concerning or involving relationships between people