Understanding Job Advertisements

Where can you usually find job advertisements?

• In newspapers and on internet job sites

• In magazines

• In personal emails

• On television

What should you look for in a job advertisement if you are organized and want to work with people?

• Chef

• Gardener

• Client Services Coordinator

• Software Developer

What does 'qualified' mean in the context of a job advertisement?

• Knowing the employer personally

• Being the most experienced applicant

• Having a recommendation letter

• Having the minimum requirements to do a job

What might be listed under 'requirements' in a job advertisement?

• Qualifications and skills

• Salary expectations

• Company profits

• Job location

What type of tasks are 'duties and responsibilities' in a job?

• Tasks that you do regularly

• Occasional tasks

• Tasks done by the manager

• Tasks not related to the job

What does 'clerical' mean?

• Working in a factory

• Working in a school

• Working outdoors

• Relating to working in an office

How can you apply for a job according to the advertisement?

• Send a text message

• Call the employer

• Fax or email your resume

• Visit the company

What should you do if you are interested and qualified for a job?

• Apply for the job

• Ignore the advertisement

• Ask a friend to apply

• Wait for the employer to contact you