Chapter 11: Finding a Job

Define the following terms:

• 1. resume—a written summary of a job seeker’s work experience, education, skills, and interests.

• 2. references—the names of people that potential employers ca contact to learn more about you.

• 3. portfolio—a collection of work samples that demonstrate your skills.

• 4. job leads—information about specific job openings.

• 5. networking—using personal contacts to find a job.

• 6. cover letter—a brief letter that you send along with a resume in order to introduce yourself to a potential employer.

7. compensation package—the combination of pay and any additional benefits offered by an employer.

Answer the following:

• 1. Write the 5 chapter objectives. • Prepare documents needed for a job

search.• Compare ways of finding job leads.• Demonstrate how to complete a job

application.• Propose strategies for a successful job

interview.• Describe how to evaluate a job offer.

2. What types of information should be included in a resume?

• Information that should be included in a resume are a summary of work experience, education, skills, and interests.

3. What is the purpose of giving references to a prospective

employer?

• Giving references to a prospective employer allows employers to contact people who know more about you.

Name three examples of possible references.

• Three examples of possible references include former employers, teachers, and religious leaders.

4. What does networking involve?

• Networking includes using personal contacts to find a job.

• How might it help you find a job?• You can learn about job openings that

are not advertised and possibly gain information about companies you are interested in.

5. Describe three different ways you can use the Internet to find a job.

• Three different ways you can use the Internet to find a job:

• Searching job listings posted on Web sites.

• Posting your resume online.

• Visiting the Web site of potential employers to find job listings and to learn about the company.

6. What is the purpose of a cover letter?

• A cover letter allows you to introduce yourself to a potential employer, telling why you are interested in the job and summarizing your main qualifications.

7. Why should you check a completed application form

carefully before returning it?

• You check a completed application form carefully to make sure it’s complete, accurate, and neat because otherwise the employer may get a negative impression of you.

8. Why is it a good idea to research a company before you go for an

interview there?

• Knowing about the company will help you ask intelligent questions and create a good impression.

9. Give three examples of behaviors that would give a positive

impression at an interview.

• Arrive on time, or even a little early.

• Be friendly but businesslike.

• Sit up straight.

• Speak clearly.

• Maintain eye contact.

• Think positively about yourself.

10. Should you ask about your compensation package if the interviewer does not mention it? Why or why not?

• No, because some employers prefer not to discuss pay and benefits until they actually make an offer.

11. Name three factors you should consider when evaluating a job

offer.

• Pay and benefits.

• Will you learn valuable skills?

• Will you fit in and enjoy working there?