Getting the Job

What should be included in the FIRST paragraph of the cover letter?

• reminder of qualifications, call to action, thank them for their time

• detailed explanation of why they should hire you

• introduction, position desired, where you learned about the position, brief explanation of why they should hire you

• closing and signature

What should be included in the THIRD paragraph of the cover letter?

• introduction, position desired, brief explanation of why they should hire you

• reminder of qualifications, call to action, thank them for their time

• closing and signature

• detailed explanation of why they should hire you

What should be included in the SECOND paragraph of the cover letter?

• reminder of qualifications, call to action thank them for their time

• closing and signature

• introduction, position desired, brief explanation of why they should hire you

• detailed explanation of why they should hire you, your qualifications, your brag section

What is the form, from the employer, that asks questions about availability, previous experience, and references?

• job application

• reference list

• cover letter

• resume

What is the document you send with your resume to provide more information about you called?

• personal letter

• cover letter

• pen-pal letter

• business letter

What is a brief, one-page summary of one's education, working experience, or qualifications for a job?

• business letter

• cover letter

• references

• resume

If employers read only one section of the resume, this part would be the most important.

• Summary

• Personal Information

• Experience

• Skills

Which section of the resume includes your name, email address, and phone number?

• Skills

• Experience

• Contact Information

• Education

If you would be allowed to wear jeans and t-shirts to work, what should you wear to the interview for that job?

• jeans and a t-shirt

• a suit

• a tuxedo/ballgown

• nice pants and a tucked in collared shirt

If you would be required to wear nice pants and a tucked in shirt to work when hired, what should you wear to the interview for that job?

• nice pants and a tucked in shirt

• jeans and t-shirt

• a tuxedo/ballgown

• a suit or a skirt and blouse