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.
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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
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Manage the register
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Wait tables
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Help in the kitchen
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Clean
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Stock food and supplies
Hospital
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Clean
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Work in the cafeteria
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Work in the gift shop
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Make deliveries
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Stock supplies
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Greet visitors
Grocery Store
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Bag groceries
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Manage the register
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Greet customers
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Stock shelves
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Clean
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Collect carts
Gym
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Work at the front desk
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Clean
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Stock supplies
Restaurant
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Greet customers
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Wait tables
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Clean
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Wash dishes
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Stock supplies
Retail store
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Greet customers
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Manage the register
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Stock merchandise
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Clean
Animal shelter or zoo
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Care for pets
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Work at the front desk
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Clean
Kitchen
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Prepare food for cooking
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Cook food
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Wash dishes
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Clean
Daycare or preschool
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Play with children
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Prepare activities
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Assist with snacks
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Clean
Office
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Organize documents
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Make copies
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Answer the phone
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Send letters
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Distribute mail
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Use the computer
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Stock office supplies
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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:
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Education
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Work experience
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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.