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All businesses will put a "Now Hiring" sign in their window when they have openings.
True
False
Which of the following are ways to find job openings?
all of the above
search engines
newspaper
networking
When you are looking through job listings, what is the first step
accept the job
turn in your application
narrow down your search
Job seekers will have to go through the process of filling out an application, providing a resume, taking qualification tests, an interview, and possibly training when registering with an _________
newspaper
agency
networking
After you turn in an application, an employer may contact your references and past employers, do background checks, criminal history, and drug testing.
False
True
Scammers only target people online
False
True
What is most likely NOT a scam?
It sounds too good to be true
You are asked to turn in an application and interview
Job listing has spelling and punctuation mistakes
You are asked to pay for something
If you aren't sure if the job listing is a scam, should you research the company anyway?
No
Yes
Which industriy has the largest employment?
grocery stores
hospitals
elementary and secondary schools
It is helpful to know you interests, so you can find a job you enjoy doing
False
True
Which of the following are job search engnies?
LinedIn
All of the above
Handshake
Indeed
How should you dress for a job interview?
formal and neat
just like your friends
casual and comfortable
flashy and colorful
What should you do after handing in a job application?
Give up if you don't hear anything
Wait for a phone call
Follow up with the hiring manager
What percentage of jobs are filled by networking?
85%
50%
25%
none
When should you apply for a summer job?
July
June
May
March or April
