Finding the Right Job for Me

There are many things to think about when we are looking for a job that is right for us. The visual linked below describes a variety of potential jobs and job settings, provides a list of questions to ask about potential jobs, and shares a brief overview of applying for a job. 

Finding the Right Job for Me 

 

Finding the Right Job for Me

There are many things to think about when I am looking for a job that is right for me. I should think about where I want to work. I should also think about what type of work I would like to do. 

Job Settings and Potential Jobs

Coffee Shop / Bakery

• Manage the register

• Wait tables

• Help in the kitchen

• Clean

• Stock food and supplies

Hospital

• Clean

• Work in the cafeteria

• Work in the gift shop

• Make deliveries

• Stock supplies

• Greet visitors

Grocery Store

• Bag groceries

• Manage the register

• Greet customers

• Stock shelves

• Clean

• Collect carts

Gym

• Work at the front desk

• Clean

• Stock supplies

Restaurant

• Greet customers

• Wait tables

• Clean

• Wash dishes

• Stock supplies

Retail store

• Greet customers

• Manage the register

• Stock merchandise

• Clean

Animal shelter or zoo

• Care for pets

• Work at the front desk

• Clean

Kitchen

• Prepare food for cooking

• Cook food

• Wash dishes

• Clean

Daycare or preschool

• Play with children

• Prepare activities

• Assist with snacks

• Clean

Office

• Organize documents

• Make copies

• Answer the phone

• Send letters

• Distribute mail

• Use the computer

• Stock office supplies

• Shred papers

Questions to Ask about a Potential Job

After I decide where I want to work and what type of work I would like to do, I can look for a specific job. There are many questions I should ask about a potential job. 

Skills

What skills do I need to have? E.g., talking with customers, staying organized, following instructions, using a computer.

Physical demand

Will I stand for a long time?

Will I lift heavy items?

Will I walk a lot?

Supervisor

Who will be my supervisor? 

Will I see my supervisor a lot or only a couple times during my shift?

Schedule

Will my schedule change each week?

Who will make my schedule?

Interaction with others

How much will I interact with other people?

Who will I interact with? E.g., customers, co-workers, visitors, supervisors, etc.

Applying for a Job

After I find a specific job, I will fill out a job application. I will tell the employer about my: 

• Education

• Work experience

• Skills

I will submit the application. Other people might also submit applications.

I might be asked to do an interview. During the interview, the employer will ask me questions. The questions help the employer know if I am a good fit for the job. The job needs to be a good fit for me and the employer.

At the interview, the employer may or may not tell me if I got the job. The employer might contact me after a couple days or weeks.

If I do not get the job, I will look for another job. I will not give up!

If I get the job, I will take to my new employer about what I should do next! 

 

Additional employment resources are available in the Community Participation section of our library.