EMPLOYMENT SKILLS Job Application Interview & Work Skills
Check with businesses, friends and relatives for job openings. Applications can often be obtained, completed and then returned to businesses. ALWAYS be professional and likeable. JOB HUNTING
JOB APPLICATION Fill out the application form HONESTLY and COMPLETELY. Use a pen and write neatly.
INFORMATION may be collected from: Birth Certificate Social Security Card Driver’s License
EMPLOYER MAY REQUIRE: Finger Printing 1st Aid Training
The INTERVIEW! Be PROMPT Arrive about 10 minutes early. Find the location of the interview BEFORE the day of the interview. INTRODUCE yourself in a courteous manner Be PLEASANT In both VERBAL and NONVERBAL language Be attentive, alert and interested - LISTEN too. DO NOT chew Gum
Your DRESS and APPEARANCE How you LOOK makes a statement before you even open your mouth! First Impression = Appearance
Does APPEARANCE MATTER … YES! Clothing should be: Appropriate for the job being sought Clean and pressed Conservative Personal Grooming Hair, Nails, Breath - Body Odor Avoid: Excessive make up, perfume, jewelry, or extreme styles
QUALITIES EMPLOYERS ARE LOOKING FOR: 1- Communication Skills (written & verbal) 2- Honesty and Integrity 3- Teamwork Skills - getting along with others 4- Interpersonal Skills 5- Strong work ethic 6- Motivation / Initiative 7- Flexibility 8- Computer Skills 9-Organizational Skills
Interview QUESTIONS to Expect and Prepare for: Tell me about yourself? What is your favorite subject in school? What was the last book you read? What do you do after school? Why should I hire you over others?
You got the Job - NOW KEEP IT! Find a Job you will ENJOY! Be ON TIME Be a HARD WORKER-Get the Work DONE Follow RULES Keep a LEARNING ATTITUDE Do Not GOSSIP HELP in any way possible Work WITH not AGAINST other employees