Words at Work: The Job Search 1

Before you seek employment, it would be wise to become familiar with these words.

Complete each sentence with a word from the box. Use a dictionary as needed.

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1.A ______________________________ is a person who can give information about your character and abilities.

2.An ______________________________ is the form you fill out with your personal information.

3.An employer might ask for your

______________________________, a record of your experience and education.

4.If you’re called in for an

______________________________, you’ll talk with an employer.

5.The people who work at a place are its ______________________________.

6.Salespeople may receive a

______________________________, which is a portion of the money taken in on their sales. 7.Typical employee __________________ can include such things as health insurance and paid vacations.

8.At ______________________________ workers give up their work, usually because of old age.

9.The lowest salary that employers can pay as set by law is the

10.The goal of a job seeker is to hear the words, “You’re _______________!”