MATURA ENGLISH: Searching & Applying for Jobs

What is the purpose of a resume?

• The purpose of a resume is to showcase a person's favorite food and restaurants.

• The purpose of a resume is to showcase a person's skills, qualifications, and experience to potential employers.

• The purpose of a resume is to list personal hobbies and interests.

• The purpose of a resume is to provide a summary of a person's favorite books and movies.

What are the key components of a resume?

• The key components of a resume include contact information, a professional summary or objective, work experience, education, skills, and any additional relevant sections such as certifications or volunteer experience.

• The key components of a resume include social media handles, favorite TV shows, and favorite vacation spot

• The key components of a resume include hobbies, favorite color, and favorite food

• The key components of a resume include family history, childhood memories, and personal beliefs

Why is it important to customize your resume for each job application?

• It is important to customize your resume for each job application because it allows you to highlight relevant skills and experiences that match the specific job requirements, making you a more competitive candidate.

• Employers don't notice if your resume is customized or not

• Customizing your resume takes too much time and effort

• It is not important to customize your resume, a generic one will work for all jobs

What is the purpose of a cover letter?

• The purpose of a cover letter is to list all your previous jobs

• The purpose of a cover letter is to introduce yourself, highlight your qualifications, and explain why you are interested in the job.

• The purpose of a cover letter is to request a higher salary

• The purpose of a cover letter is to provide a detailed description of your personal life

What information should be included in a cover letter?

• A cover letter should only include the applicant's name and nothing else

• A cover letter should include the applicant's favorite color and hobbies

• A cover letter should include the applicant's contact information, the employer's contact information, a salutation, an introduction, a body that highlights relevant skills and experiences, a closing, and a signature.

• A cover letter should include a list of demands and expectations for the job

How can you make your cover letter stand out?

• Customize it to the specific job and company, showcase your unique skills and experiences, and use a professional and engaging tone.

• List all your hobbies and personal interests

• Use a generic template for all applications

• Write a long and detailed cover letter

What are some common job interview techniques?

• Some common job interview techniques include preparing for common questions, researching the company, practicing good body language, and asking thoughtful questions.

• Answering questions with one-word responses

• Ignoring the company's background

• Wearing pajamas to the interview

How can you prepare for a job interview?

• By wearing casual clothes and not being professional

• By not researching the company and not practicing interview questions

• By showing up late and unprepared

• By researching the company, practicing common interview questions, dressing appropriately, and being prepared to discuss your skills and experiences.

Why is networking important for job opportunities?

• Networking is important for job opportunities because it allows individuals to connect with potential employers, learn about job openings, and receive referrals or recommendations.

• Networking is only important for socializing, it has no impact on job opportunities

• Job opportunities are solely based on luck and timing, networking doesn't make a difference

• Networking is not important for job opportunities, employers only care about qualifications

What are some effective online job search strategies?

• Only relying on one job search engine

• Avoiding professional social media platforms for networking

• Some effective online job search strategies include using job search engines, networking on professional social media platforms, customizing your resume and cover letter for each application, and setting up job alerts for relevant positions.

• Sending the same generic resume and cover letter to every job application