A guide to looking for employment discusses choosing a career, developing important job-related skills, applying for jobs, and preparing for job interviews.

Includes index.

Workplace readiness -- Aptitude tests and interest inventories -- Career categories and preparation -- Salaries, wages, and job benefits -- Short-term and long-term goals -- Occupational training -- Basic business skills -- Occupational training -- Community College -- On-the-job training -- Applying for a job -- Job search resources -- Agencies : private and state -- Résumés and cover letters -- Completing a job application -- The job interview -- Businesslike communication -- Dressing for success -- Answering questions -- The follow-up call and thank-you letter.