GETTING A JOB

resume

personal data sheet used to show employers information about yourself

3 sections of a resume

personal info, education and work experience

Purpose of a resume

to get an interview

how long should a resume be?

1-2 full pages

Difference between general and specific resume

general is used for any job and specific is used for a certain job and has a job objective

5 personal information pieces on a resume

name, address, home phone, cell phone and email address

5 thing in education section of a resume

name, location, type, when you attended and what degree you got

Lowest gpa that should be put on a resume

2.7 OR 3.0

best references for a reference list

bosses, supervisors, adult family friends and neighbors

3 reasons why a resume is important

can fill out job apps faster, more confident and come off as more responsible

cover letter

a letter that introduces your resume

3 sections of a cover letter

job you are applying for, qualifications, and requesting an interview

job application

company document that asks info about applicants

3 sections of a job application

personal info, education and work experience

4 ways a teen can get a job

networking, cold call, ads in newspaper and online

4 parts of an interview

Introduction, their questions, your questions, closing

what you should bring to an interview

copies of your resume and letters of rec

4 things NOT to do during an interview

sit before they tell you, put your stuff on their desk, slouch and interrupt

How long after an interview do you send a thank you letter?

2-3 days

golden rule for how to dress for an interview

wear nice or nicer clothes than if you were going to work there