Employment Review, Spring

Resumes are...

• A piece of paper

• An employers first look at your work experience and education

• Something you fill out to apply for a job

• Not that important compared to a job application

Job applications include...

• Education Information

• Your contact information

• Work History

• All answers are included

What should you wear to a job interview?

• A t-shirt and jeans

• Your favorite sweatshirt and sweatpants

• A dress shirt and khakis or a blouse and skirt with nice shoes

• A button down shirt and shorts with flip flops

How can you prepare for a job interview?

• Make sure your resume is up to date

• All choices are correct

• Practice with a friend or family member

• Prepare questions to ask the interviewer

What is a hazard?

• A risk or danger

• Something that only occurs in the workplace

• Small spills only

• An unclean surface

Which is a good question to ask an interviewer?

• Can I choose my own schedule?

• What is your favorite place to eat dinner?

• What is the workplace culture like?

• Will you pay me a lot of money?

What is body language?

• Only facial expressions

• Moving all of your body parts when talking to someone

• Blinking

• Non-verbal communication

Why is it important to fill out all parts of a job application?

• Employer might not accept an incomplete application

• Not filling out the whole application could ruin your chances of an interview

• If the employer asks for the information, you should provide it

• All choices are correct

Which does NOT belong on a resume?

• Pictures and bright colors

• Your contact information

• Work history

• Only 1-2 different fonts

A good person to ask for a reference would be...

• Your mom

• Your best friend

• A former teacher that you liked and worked with regularly

• A co-worker that only works with you once a month