1. 6.02 Understand procedures for gaining employment.
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Understand procedures for gaining employment.

2. 5 steps for obtaining a job!
Complete a résumé
Write a cover letter (or Letter of Application)
Complete a job application
Interview with the potential employer
Send a thank-you letter

3. The Résumé

4. Purposes of a Résumé
Provide a summary of the applicant’s qualifications
Stimulate interest of an employer
Save time in the interview process

5. Guidelines for Writing a Résumé
One page, if possible
Be honest
Reverse chronological order
Use “action verbs” (created, designed)

6. Guidelines for Writing a Résumé
Use present tense and past tense
Get permission to use names as references
Key and proofread carefully – no errors!

7. Contents of a Résumé
Personal data- Name, address, phone number, and address
Job Objective- state the job you are applying for
Education background- schools you have attended or are currently attending and any subjects or programs in which you are specialized.
Work experience/volunteer work- list your work experience beginning with your most recent job. Also, include volunteer work.

8. Contents of a Résumé
Special skills and abilities- list any job-related skills and abilities.
NOT: for a web designer – “can function without additional oxygen at 24,000 feet”.
Honors and Activities- List any honors or awards you have received that relate to the job
References available upon request- people who will recommend you to an employer.
Should not be family members.
Teachers, club leaders, neighbors, and anyone you’ve worked for before make good references.

9. The Cover Letter

10. Purposes of a Cover Letter
Sent in addition to your résumé.
A MUST when responding to want ads

11. Guidelines for Writing a Cover Letter
Neatly type
Address to a specific person
Keep it brief & concise
1 page
Personal business letter format

12. Contents of a Cover Letter
First paragraph tells the position you are interested in and where you found out about the position
Middle or second paragraph stimulates interest in your qualifications and refers to your résumé
Last paragraph should cause the reader to contact the applicant to arrange for an interview

14. The Job Application

15. Purposes of a Job Application
Indicates an applicant’s abilities
Determines how well you can understand and follow directions
Indicates neatness, thoroughness, spelling, and writing abilities

16. Guidelines for Completing a Job Application
Bring with you:
pen
social security number
Résumé
names and addresses of former employers
references
Read entire form FIRST
Complete all blanks
write “NA” if an item does not apply to you
Provide honest, complete and accurate information.

17. Guidelines for Completing a Job Application
Be neat; ask for another form if necessary
Use black or blue ink ONLY
Key an application if possible.
Sign properly
Review form completely

18. The Interview

19. Interview Techniques Preparation Interview Etiquette
Following the Interview

20. Interview Preparation
Research the Company
Practice
Dress the Part
Take Résumé and References

21. Proper Interview Etiquette
Be on time
No gum
Go alone
Show self-confidence
Give Introduction and handshake
Maintain good posture
Use appropriate body language (Including eye contact, gestures, etc,)
Speak clearly
Be a good listener
Sell yourself and your qualifications
Show interest in advancement
Tell the truth
Show a positive attitude and enthusiasm
Be prepared to answer questions
Do not criticize other employees
Thank the interviewer for their time

22. Interview Don’ts Chew gum Smoke beforehand
Rely on your résumé to sell you
Tell jokes during the interview
Act desperate
Say anything negative about former colleagues
Answer questions with a simple “yes” or “no”
Discuss personal issues
Answer cell phone calls
Ask about salary

23. Following the Interview
Send a thank- you letter
Be Persistent

24. The Thank-you Letter

25. Purposes of a Thank-you Letter
Shows that you are still interested
Allows you to clarify something said in the interview or mention something that may have occurred to you later

26. Guidelines for Writing a Thank-you Letter
Thank the interviewer
Let the employer know that you want the job
Be brief and polite
Send no later than two days following the interview
Proof the letter to make sure there are no mistakes

27. Other Methods of Follow-up
Telephone call