Job Interview Process: Unit 3

what information should you bring to an interview?

-Social Security Card -Government issued identification -Resume or application -References -Transcripts

list a couple of things you should consider about your appearance

-do not chew gum or smoke -well-groomed

what other forms of compensation should be considered other than salary and wages?

-paid vacations -sick days -vacation days -personal days - how often paid, how much - insurance -retirement -technology

what information should you not discuss during a job interview?

-politics -religion -anything controversial

what are some pet peeves you should be aware of?

-smells -communication -lack of focus -averting your eyes -slang and street speak -deception

identify 5 interview do's

1. arrive on time 2. introduce yourself in a confident way to the receptionist 3. fill out application neatly 4. greet the interviewer by last name if unsure of pronunciation 5. shake hands firmly 6. project energy and enthusiasm 7. wait until are offered a seat before sitting 8. listen carefully 9. try to get the interviewer to describe the job duties 10. be sincere and truthful 11. be prepared and ready!

identify 5 interview don't's

1. don't answer with a simple "yes" or "no" -avoid "Um", "Like", "You Know", etc. 2. don't rely on the application or resume to do the selling for you 3. don't make negative remarks about present or former employers 4. don't over-answer questions 5. don't inquire about salary, vacations, benefits, bonuses, or retirement 6. don't fidget with clothes, hair, jewelry, etc. 7. don't place handbag or briefcase on desk 8. avoid refreshments during the interview

seven sources for finding job leads

1. family and friends 2. in-school services 3. newspaper classified ads/printed ads 4. job service/job fairs 5. private employment agencies 6. direct employer contact 7. internet

what are 5 things you should do prior to the interview?

1. organize the night before 2. research the company 3. practice 4. look your professional best 5. know the exact time and place of the meeting

match 5 questions to ask the interviewer during a job interview

1. what are the hours? 2. what training is there? 3. what is the work environment? 4. will I have to travel? 5. will you let me know if I don't get the position?

match 10 questions you could be asked during a job interview (must be from the list provided)

1. why are you interested in this field? 2. what are your strengths? 3. what are your weaknesses? 4. what kind of worker are you? 5. who is your role model and why? 6. describe yourself as a color. why did you choose that color? 7. do you get along well with others? 8. why are you unemployed? 9. can you be a leader or a follower? 10. when did you realize you wanted to be a --?

what time should you arrive at an interview?

15-30 minutes early

what is a job interview?

a formal meeting between a job applicant and the employer

what is an entry level position?

a position that requires little or no experience

what information should be recorded on the front and back of a job lead card

job lead: source, date, position, contact person, company name, address, phone number, URL action taken: date, who spoke with, appointment information, directions

how do you follow-up after an interview?

send a thank you card or follow-up letter within 3 days of the interview

what is the purpose of a job lead card?

to record info and notes about a job lead