Deck 11: Human Resourcesemployment Documents

Question 1

Most companies manage the employment process manually through the Human Resources Department.

Answer 1

False

Question 2

A recent college graduate should always include his or her grade point average on a resume even though it would not be advantageous to do so.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

It is acceptable to use current company letterhead for a job application letter.

Answer 3

False

Question 4

A resume worksheet is designed to help you map out and organize your qualifications so they can be presented effectively.

Question 5

Selecting a person of high rank in a company as a reference even though he or she does not know you well would be preferable to selecting someone of lower rank who has worked closely with you.

Question 6

The best colors for paper to print your resume is high-quality white or __________.

Question 7

Using a ___________ analysis is an effective way to help you focus on your strengths and weaknesses before you prepare your resume.

Question 8

Resume headings are standard and should not be changed when you prepare a resume.

Question 9

Once a person has agreed to be a reference, it is good practice to post the contact information for that reference on your website.

Question 10

The process of using your contacts, such as friends, relatives, and business associates for obtaining job information is called ____________________.

Question 11

The recommended length for a resume for a student just graduating from college is one page or at the most two pages.

Question 12

The primary purpose of an application letter is to get a(n) ____________________.

Question 13

The first step in the employment process that a job seeker should take is ____________________.

Question 14

You should take at least two key documents with you to an interview-your resume and a(n) ______________________________.

Question 15

Software used to manage the recruitment and job application process for a company is generally called a(n) ______________________________ system.

Question 16

Showcasing your qualifications is not as important in an application letter as showing how your qualifications match the requirements of the job.

Question 17

You should NOT include your Social Security number on job applications you post.

Question 18

A(n) ____________________ is a document that summarizes your qualifications for a job.

Question 19

Always follow an interview up with a ______________letter.

Question 20

Jobs that are not advertised publicly are said to be a part of the ____________________ market.