Job hunting

Question 1

applicant

Answer 1

A person who applies, as for a job.

Question 2

to apply for a job

Answer 2

To request officially and in writing to be taken into consideration for a certain job.

Question 3

cover letter

Answer 3

Formal letter describing the accompanying documents and/or other items and the reasons for sending them.

Question 4

graduate

Answer 4

A person who has been awarded a first degree from a university or college.

Question 5

(to) graduate

Answer 5

To receive or cause to receive a degree or diploma.

Question 6

job applicant

Answer 6

A person who applies for a post of employment.

Question 7

job application

Answer 7

Form or paper which indicates interest in a particular place of employment or position within a company. Typically requests personal identification information, such as name, address and phone number, as well as a history of job experience.

Question 8

job interview

Answer 8

A somewhat formal discussion between a hirer and an applicant or candidate, typically in person, in which information is exchanged, with the intention of establishing the applicant’s suitability for a position.

Question 9

letter of application

Answer 9

An application letter is merely another name for a cover letter, the official business letter often included with a job application and/or resume and sent to a prospective employer. Although application letters are generally considered optional components of applying for a job, more and more frequently, employers are singling out those who actually take the time to write an application letter as their top picks.