1. Areas of Experience Work School and Extracurricular Experiences
Paid work
Informal work like babysitting, family farming, and lawn mowing
Volunteer work
School and Extracurricular Experiences
Vocational, career, and technical training programs
Other related courses
Extracurricular activities, including clubs and sports
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2. Areas of Experience (continued)
Hobbies, Family Experiences, and Other Experiences
Hobbies and special-interest activities
Family responsibilities
Volunteer activities
Any experience that required responsibility, hard work, or special knowledge
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3. Schools Attended
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4. Importance of References
References are very important. Most employers check them.
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5. Selecting Your References
Work references: People who know what kind of work you do:
Teachers
Employers
Coworkers
Advisors and coaches
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6. Selecting Your References
Personal references: People who know the kind of person you are:
Adult friends
Neighbors who have known you for years
Volunteer coordinators, pastors, or rabbis
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7. Selecting Your References
Some People to Avoid as References:
Relatives
Friends who are your same age
Your doctor
Anyone who will not say positive things about you
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8. Choosing Good References
Choose people who will say good things about you.
Make sure you can reach the people by phone during the day.
Ask permission to use people as references.
Coach your references on what to say.
Select responsible people who have good job titles.
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