WorksheetsGetting the Job
Total questions: 18
Worksheet time: 14mins
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
On a job application, if a line or section does not apply to you, you should not leave it blank, but write N/A. What does N/A stand for?
not answering
not-applicable
no answer
not-affordable
"What is your greatest weakness?" is a tough question to answer. What is the best way to answer this question?
Identify the interviewer's weakness.
Identify your weakness and leave it at that.
I have no weaknesses.
Identify your weakness, and how you are working to improve it.
It is ok to submit your application after you have folded it or stuffed it into your backpack.
True
False
What kind of impression do we hope to leave with the employer after they see a resume, cover letter, application, or interview?
negative
positive
neutral
A resume should be vibrant and full of color and life!
True
False
A cover letter should be at least 2 pages long.
True
False
It is recommended to send a thank you card after an interview.
True
False
Follow this advice when going to an interview. Choose all that apply.
Lay your cell phone on the table between you and the interviewer. .
Get to know the job/business.
Be prepared to ask questions.
Chew gum for fresh breath.
Smile!
