Each question in this quiz is timed.
What type of resume is best if you have gaps in your work history?
Functional
Chronological
CV
There is only one type of resume
How long does a perspective employer initially look at your resume on average?
5 minutes
2 minutes
1 minute
30 seconds
18 seconds
8 seconds
5 seconds
How long should a resume be?
1-2 pages
3 pages
4 pages
As long as necessary to communicate skills and experience
What elements are included in a resume?
Your name
Your street address
Your city, state & zip
Your email address
Summary section
Education section
Employment history section
Your hobbies
Job objective
References
What is an applicant tracking system?
A program used by an employer to determine how many applicants they have for each position.
A system a job hunter should use to track the places they have applied.
A automatic resume scanning software used by employers to filter out resumes.
How often should you update your resume? (you can pick multiple answers, if appropriate)
When you get ready to look for a job
Every time you post for a job
At least 1 time per year, if you are employed
When you complete a training
It isn't necessary to fully complete an application if you are attaching a resume.
Cover letters are no longer needed when applying directly for a position. The email body serves as this function.
Resumes are the best tool to find a job.
It is not necessary to target each resume for each job posting, as long as I have a strong master resume.
