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These are words and phrases you may come across when looking for a job.
Apply in Person: Go to the business directly to apply, dress appropriately. Benefits: These can include paid vacation, sick leave, health insurance, child care and more. Not all jobs have benefits. CDL: Certified Drivers License, required for most truck and delivery jobs. C/O: Care of- part of address to direct mail to the right person in a business. Cover Letter: A letter you write to an employer that highlights your interest in the job, and explains why they should hire you. Curricula vita (C.V.): Another term for resume. DOT: Dictionary of Occupational Terms Job description: The full details of the job, which typically don't fit within a newspaper ad. Letter of Interest: Similar to cover letter, that explains why you are interested in the job Min. Quals.: Minimum qualifications-the least amount of skills you must already have. OOH: Occupational Outlook Handbook Pay based on experience: Your salary will depend on what you made at previous jobs. Personnel Department: The department in a company that handles the hiring and firing, as well as issues about your job details. Profit Sharing: A system by which employees are paid a share of the profits of the business where they are employed-usually outlined in advance. P/T: Part-time Resume: A page of information about your job history, skills, school history, and references. Salary History: What you have made at previous jobs. Sick Leave: Paid time if you are sick. Sign on Bonus: Upfront money for accepting the job. Will Train: No experience is necessary to apply for the job, you will be trained.
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