9 Career Planning and Development 9-1 Career Opportunities C H A P T E R 9 Career Planning and Development 9-1 Career Opportunities 9-2 Planning Your Career 9-3 Applying for Employment 9-4 Securing a Job

9-3 Applying for Employment Goal 1 Prepare an application form and a resume. Goal 2 Identify the parts of an application cover letter. Goal 3 Discuss the online application process.

KEY TERMS application form resume career portfolio cover letter

APPLICATION ACTIVITIES Personal data sheet Application form Resume Career portfolio

APPLICATION FORM Your first job task Follow instructions Paper forms Online applications

RESUME Personal information Education Experience Career-related honors and other activities

CAREER PORTFOLIO Resume, cover letter, and answers to sample interview questions Sample reports, presentation materials, and research findings from school projects Website designs, creative works from school activities or previous employment such as ads, packages, and promotions News articles of community activities or other experiences in which you have participated Letters of recommendation

Action Verbs for Resumes and Cover Letters Achieved Directed Organized Accomplished Edited Planned Administered Facilitated Produced Coordinated Initiated Researched Created Implemented Supervised Designed Managed Trained Developed Monitored Updated

Checkpoint  What are the main sections of a resume? The typical resume includes personal information, career objective, education, experience, career-related honors, and other activities.

APPLICATION COVER LETTER Introduction Development Conclusion Targeted letter

Checkpoint  What is the purpose of a cover letter? The cover letter is used to express interest in a company and to invite interest in your resume. Its ultimate goal is to solicit an interview.

ONLINE APPLICATION PROCESS Online applications Cyber interviewing

Checkpoint  How is the Internet used in the job application process? Job seekers may learn job seeking skills, post resumes, learn more about a company, and apply for jobs online. Employers may post positions, review resumes, and perform screening interviews online.

9-4 Securing a Job Goal 1 Describe activities involved in the interview process. Goal 2 Compare factors to consider when accepting a job offer. Goal 3 Identify attitudes and actions for success on the job.

KEY TERMS employment interview mentor exit interview

THE INTERVIEW PROCESS Before the interview During the interview After the interview

BEFORE YOU INTERVIEW Plan your questions Things to remember Be on time for the appointment Go alone to the interview Dress properly

Answer each question completely DURING THE INTERVIEW Answer each question completely Avoid talking too much Make good eye contact Stay calm Thank the interviewer

COMMON INTERVIEW QUESTIONS ABOUT EDUCATION AND TRAINING What qualifies you for this job? Why are you interested in this company? What activities have helped you to expand your interests and knowledge?

COMMON INTERVIEW QUESTIONS ABOUT WORK AND EXPERIENCE In what situations have you done your best work? Describe the supervisors who motivated you most. Which of your past accomplishments are you most proud of? Describe people with whom you have found it difficult to work.

COMMON INTERVIEW QUESTIONS RELATED TO PERSONAL QUALITIES What are your major strengths and weaknesses? What have you done to overcome your weaknesses? What do you plan to be doing five or ten years from now? Which individuals have had the greatest influence on you?

AFTER THE INTERVIEW Send a follow-up letter Evaluate your interview performance Be patient

Checkpoint  What actions should be taken when preparing for an employment interview? An applicant should gather information about the organization, prepare questions, prepare answers to anticipated questions, arrive on time, and dress appropriately.

JOB OFFERS Salary and financial factors Organizational environment

Checkpoint  What factors should a person consider when accepting a job? In addition to salary, one should consider what types of benefits are offered, what kind of work environment is involved, and what opportunities for training and advancement exist.

ON-THE-JOB BEHAVIOR Positive attitude Positive image

JOB SUCCESS STRATEGIES Ask questions Avoid complaining Honor the time for breaks Consider your appearance Be on time show you are dependable Be friendly with everyone Follow the rules

LEAVING A JOB Give notice Complete current projects Letter Date Complete current projects Participate in exit interview Thank co-workers

Checkpoint  How does a mentor assist less experienced employees? A mentor can provide insight into how to find opportunities for promotion. He or she will have an understanding of the current demands within your company or chosen field.