1. 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

2. 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.

3. KEY TERMS
application form
resume
career portfolio
cover letter

4. APPLICATION ACTIVITIES
Personal data sheet
Application form
Resume
Career portfolio

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

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

7. 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

8. 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

9. 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.

10. APPLICATION COVER LETTER
Introduction
Development
Conclusion
Targeted letter

11. 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.

12. ONLINE APPLICATION PROCESS
Online applications
Cyber interviewing

13. 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.

14. 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.

15. KEY TERMS
employment interview
mentor
exit interview

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

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

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

19. 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?

20. 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.

21. 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?

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

23. 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.

24. JOB OFFERS
Salary and financial factors
Organizational environment

25. 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.

26. ON-THE-JOB BEHAVIOR
Positive attitude
Positive image

27. 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

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

29. 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.