thank-you letter

The main purpose of a ___________ is to remind the

employer of your interest in and desire to work for the company.

Thank-you Letter

To inquire about a job opening, you would send a/an ________.

Resume

The application letter introduces you to an employer and _____

your qualifications.

Sells

It is important that you prepare for an interview by ________ the

company you will visit.

Researching

You should always arrive _____ minutes early for a job interview so

you can check your appearance and compose yourself.

5-10 Minutes

During a _____ ________, the interviewer may ask questions concerning your employment

application.

Job Interview

The ______ paragraph of an application letter is where you

ask for an interview.

Last Paragraph (3rd Paragraph)

The application letter should be prepared on __________ paper.

8 ½ x 11 Paper

In an application letter, the first thing to appear at the top of the page is _______ _______ which contains the name and address of

the writer, along with the date.

Return Address

An application letter can be sent by snail mail or by _____.

E-Mail

When filling out an employment application, you should answer all questions truthfully and leave no

blank spaces.TRUE or FALSE

TRUE

You should ask _________ before listing people as

references on your resume.

Permission

The ______ of the application letter should attract the

employer’s attention and state your interest in the company.

Body

A reference is someone who has known you for at least ____

year(s), is over the age _____, and can report on your

___________ and___________.

1 YearAge 18

CharacterAchievements

It is usually a good idea to enclose a copy of your _______ with your

application letter.

Resume

A scannable resume should contain key ______ that match

skills required for the job.Words

A scannable resume should not have fancy _____ or multiple type

____ because it is designed for easy reading by a scanner.

DesignsFonts

A resume should list all jobs, even ones that you were not paid.

TRUE or FALSE

TRUE

The ______ section of the resume contains personal information, such

as your name and address.

First

A resume should include honors or awards received.

TRUE or FALSE

TRUE

It is not important to list on your resume activities, hobbies, or sports in which you have been

active during school.TRUE or FALSE

FALSE

The part of the letter of application that contains the name and

address of the person to whom you are writing is the __________.

Letter Addressor

Sender’s Address

The words “Sincerely yours” are called the ________.

Complimentary Close

It is important to dress ______ for a job interview.

Appropriately

When attending a job ______, be sure to go alone.

Interview

A ______ is a summary of information about you, including

your education, skills, and experience.

Resume

Definitions to Know:

• Resume• Reference Letter• Return Address• Salutation• Letter Address• Job Interview

• Scannable• References• Employment

Application• Thank-You Letter• Application Letter