Lesson 2 Finding a Job

Review Terms Abilities Advancement Aptitude Benefits Career Career Path Cost of Living Cover Letter Education Entry Level Job Resume Salary Skills Standard of Living

Career vs. Job Job Career “Just Over Broke” Means to an end (i.e. paying bills) May or may not be fulfilling Career Occupation or life work Generally what you want to do Normally fulfilling Uses your abilities in way that is meaningful to you and society

Training & Education Many careers closed to people without a degree or training in that field Having a degree can make a big difference in the types of jobs you can have Rule of thumb: the more education the job requires, the more you will get paid

Associate’s Degree Generally obtained at community, junior, or business college Normally requires 2 years of full-time study (~60 credit hours) to complete Can be good start down career path

Bachelor’s Degree Obtained at 4-year college or university Much more study involved Increases the chance of getting the job you want with the pay you want

Master’s/Professional/Ph.D. Degree Usually requires 2 or more years of advanced study at a college or university after receiving a bachelor’s degree Professional degree (i.e. M.D. or J.D.) and Ph.D. normally requires additional years of study after receiving a master’s degree More specialization of your knowledge Makes you more marketable

Financial Aid Scholarships Grants Loans Generally awarded on merit Don’t have to pay them back Grants Generally awarded on need and special qualifications (i.e. female, minority, working in some special area, etc.) Loans Money borrowed, generally at very favorable interest rates, to pay for school expenses Must be paid back

Résumé & Cover Letter Documents used to introduce you to potential employer Résumé Document listing your skills, work experience, & educational background Highlights to employers what you have to offer Cover Letter Sent with résumé to introduce you & say more about you

Job Interview Meeting with potential employer Employer trying to determine if you will be best fit for the company Tips: Research the company Have a neat, clean, conservative appearance Don’t talk too much

Success in the Workplace Maintain good work ethic Keep a positive attitude Be flexible & cooperative