transferable skills - Answers Skills an individual can apply to other opportunities in their career or
personal life.
Entry-level jobs - Answers Jobs that require little or no experience.
job interview - Answers a formal meeting to determine whether an applicant is suitable for a position
cross-training - Answers A type of training that allows employees to learn the functions of another job
inside the same organization.
internship - Answers A position, either paid or unpaid, that allows students to earn school credit while
gaining experience and skills.
apprenticeship - Answers A system of training that includes a combination of on-the-job training and
some accompanying learning. Apprenticeships often lead to a credential or certification.
On-the-job training (OJT) - Answers Training provided to employees at the work site utilizing
demonstration and performance of job tasks.
certifications - Answers The recognition given to an individual who has exhibited a level of skill and met
certain performance requirements.
leadership - Answers The act of motivating and guiding a group of people or an organization to
accomplish certain goals.
networking - Answers interacting with other people to exchange information and develop contacts,
especially to further one's career.
job description - Answers A written explanation of the tasks and responsibilities of a position.
résumé - Answers A written summary of an individual's personal, educational, and professional
qualifications and experience.
cover letter - Answers A brief letter potential employees include when applying for a job. The letter
connects their professional experience to the specifications of the position they are applying for.
portfolio - Answers A collection of materials that demonstrates an individual's experiences, specialized
training, skills, certifications, and awards.
Closed-ended questions - Answers Questions that ask for a simple one-word answer, such as yes or no.
Open-ended questions - Answers Questions designed to elicit a full, meaningful answer using the
interviewee's knowledge or experience.
verbal communication - Answers The act of using sounds and words to convey meaning.