Job Hunting Vocabulary

Basic Terms

• Job Seekers: Individuals actively looking for employment.
• Job Market: The overall supply and demand for labor.
• Job Vacancy: A position that is open for hiring.
• Job Application: A formal document submitted by a job seeker to apply for a position.
• Resume/CV: A document summarizing an individual's education, skills, and work experience.
• Cover Letter: A letter accompanying a resume, explaining why the applicant is suitable for a particular job.

Job Search Strategies

• Networking: Building and maintaining relationships with professionals in your industry.
• Job Boards: Online platforms where job seekers can search for vacancies.
• Recruitment Agencies: Organizations that help connect job seekers with employers.
• Headhunting: The process of actively seeking out qualified candidates for specific positions.
• Job Fairs: Events where employers and job seekers can meet face-to-face.

Interview Process

• Job Interview: A formal meeting between a job seeker and a potential employer.
• Interview Questions: Questions asked by interviewers to assess a candidate's suitability for a job.
• Behavioral Interview: An interview where candidates are asked to describe specific situations and how they handled them.
• Technical Interview: An interview where candidates are assessed on their technical skills and knowledge.
• Panel Interview: An interview conducted by a panel of interviewers.

Other Relevant Terms

• Hiring Process: The steps involved in filling a job vacancy.
• Onboarding: The process of integrating a new employee into an organization.
• Offboarding: The process of terminating an employee's employment.
• Employee Benefits: Perks and advantages offered to employees beyond salary.
• Work-Life Balance: The balance between work and personal life.

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