| A | B |
| networking | talking with people and establishing relationships that can lead to more information or business |
| resume | a brief history of a person's education, work experience, and other qualifications for employment |
| personel/human resource department | the part of a company that handles hiring, pre-employment testing, and other responsibilities related to employment |
| blind ads | an ad that does not include the name of a company or contact person but may require a response to a post office box or fax number |
| personal fact sheet | a brief written summary of key facts - including education, work experience, and skills - that helps a person write letters of application, prepare a job resume, and fill job application forms |
| reference | a person who knows a job applicant well and who would be able to discuss the applicant's personal and job qualifications with employers |
| portfolio | a collection of work samples that support job qualifications |
| letter of application | a letter written to an employer to apply for a job |