| A | B |
|---|
| Apprenticeship | A program where you train for a job by working with someone more experienced |
| Behavior–based questions | Interview questions about what you would do in different work situations |
| Career | Profession; a job you study and train for |
| Career Pathway | Studying and training for a certain group of professions (for example, medical, automotive) |
| Cover letter | Letter you send with job application and/or resume |
| Electronic database | Large computer list of information |
| Employment outlook | How many jobs there will be in the future in a certain profession |
| Job | What you do to make money |
| Job application | The paper you fill out to apply for a job |
| Job interview | Answering questions in person to apply for a job |
| Mock interview | Practice job interview |
| Occupational research | Finding out about different professions |
| OJT – On the Job Training | Learning how to do a job by working at the job |
| Portfolio | Folder with examples of your work |
| References | People who can tell what kind of worker/student you are |
| Resume | Summary of your education, training, and work history |
| Skills | What you can do |
| Specific skills | Special skills necessary for a certain job |
| Team player | Someone who works well with other people |
| Technical skills | You need college or job training to learn these (for example: welding, nursing) |
| Trades | Jobs where you work with your hands or with machines (physical jobs) |
| Transferable skills | Skills you need for any job (for example: learn quickly, follow instructions) |
| Work ethic | The belief that working hard is good and important |
