Careers

5. The amount of money regularly paid to an employee by their employer
11. A job that requires an employee to work fewer hours than a full-time job, typically 20-30 hours per week, and may or may not be eligible for benefits
12. A letter that explains an applicant's interest in a job and why they are qualified for it
14. A group of workers that organize together to improve their pay and working conditions
15. A job or series of jobs that a person trains for and has throughout their lifetime
16. A benefit or advantage that employees receive in addition to their salary, wages, and benefits, such as free meals, gym memberships, or company cars
17. A person who is often contacted during the hiring process to provide information about a job candidate's skills, qualifications, and character to a potential employer
18. Additional pay that an employer gives to employees as a reward for their performance
20. A person or company that hires people to work for them and pays them a salary or wage in exchange for their labor
21. The process of progressing or moving forward in one's career, often through promotions or gaining new skills and responsibilities

1. A document that outlines the responsibilities and requirements of a particular job, typically used to attract potential job candidates
2. A job that requires an employee to work a set number of hours per week, typically 35-40 hours, and is eligible for benefits
3. A person who starts and runs their own business, often taking on financial risk in the hopes of making a profit
4. Additional compensation, besides one’s salary or wages, that employees receive from their employer, such as health insurance, retirement savings plans, or paid time off
6. A document or an online form that people fill out to apply for a job
7. A document used to apply for a job that summarizes one’s education, work experience, skills, and achievements
8. A person who is hired to work for an employer and receives a salary or wage in exchange for their labor
9. The ability to balance work responsibilities with personal and family responsibilities, including leisure time and activities
10. A type of work in which a person provides services to multiple clients or companies rather than being employed by one company
13. A meeting between a job applicant and an employer to discuss the applicant's qualifications and see if they are a good fit for a job
19. Additional hours worked by an employee beyond their regular work schedule that are usually compensated at a higher rate than normal hours