Career Vocabulary

3. Tendencies of people moving from one area of the country to another as financial centers shift location.
5. Making and using contacts to get job information and advice
8. Businesses that provide services for a fee
10. Retirement plan that is funded at least in part by an employer
13. Measure of quality of life based on the amounts and kinds of goods and services a person can buy
14. One or two page summary of your education, training, experience and qualifications
15. Meeting with someone who works in your area of interest who can provide you with practical information about the career or company you are considering
16. Developments that mark changes in a particular area
17. Natural abilities that people possess
18. Position in which a person receives training by working with people who are experienced in a particular field
19. Tests that help you identify the activities you enjoy the most

1. Experienced employee who serves as a teacher and counselor for a less-experienced person
2. Programs that allow students to enhance classroom learning with part-time work related to their majors and interests
4. Amount of money you may earn over time
6. Tendencies of people grouped by age, gender, ethnicity, education or income that change over time
7. Programs that allow workers to choose the benefits that best meet their personal needs
9. Personal letter that you present along with your resume
11. Commitment to work in a field that you find interesting and fulfilling
12. Work that you do mainly to earn money