28 Electricity & Electronics The Interview ■ Answer each question concisely. ■ Be prompt in giving responses. ■ Use good manners. ■ Speak properly and avoid using slang.tConvey a sense of cooperation and enthusiasm. ■ Ask questions about the position and the organization. Test (if employer requires one) ■ Review your basic electronic and electrical principles. ■ Listen carefully to instructions. ■ Read each question carefully. ■ Write legibly and clearly. ■ Budget your time wisely and do not dwell on one question. Information to Bring to an Interview ■ Driver’s license number. ■ Résumé. See Figure 2‑11. ■ Three professional references. Get permission from people before using their names. Try to avoid using relatives. Many employers require a drug test as part of the application process. The required test is usually performed after an offer of employment. Passing the drug test is a mandatory requirement for employment. Employment drug testing laws vary by state. The drug test is usually testing for the presence of illegal substances. Potential employees typically pay the cost of the drug test, not the employer. SECTION 2.3 REVIEW Answer the following questions using information in this section. 1. A job can be found through which of the following? A. Talking to parents and neighbors. B. Online job search engines. C. Private employment agencies. D. All of the above. 2. A(n) _____ is a brief outline of your education, work experience, and other qualifications for work. A. aptitude B. reference C. résumé D. position 3. During a job interview, you should _____. A. chew gum B. speak in slang C. ask questions about the position D. All of the above. Andrey_Popov/Shutterstock.com Figure 2‑11. A résumé communicates your education, work experience, and other qualifications to potential employers. Copyright Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc.