In a newspaper, magazine, or online, find three job descriptions that you could apply for. What job did you choose? Why?
What are the qualifications for each job?
What type of compensation does the ad reflect?
Is this a job you would take based on the advertisement? Explain.
What other information do you need concerning the job before you would apply?
Find the current wage for the type of job you have chosen.
Create a job application including a cover letter and a resume. Make certain you have included your work and volunteer experience, education, and "selling points." Compare your resume to the job descriptions and respond to each of the questions asked. This should be a one- to two-page response thoroughly examining each question—this will prepare you for when you do apply for a job (if you have not already).

Part 2: After reviewing the functions of human resource management identified early in the lesson, answer the following questions:

Identify the person from human resources whom you might engage. If it’s a small business, who do you think would be your contact?
Assume you were hired. What would human resources do for you as an employee? Discuss what benefits HR would offer and how, you believe, this would happen if you were to be employed in this position.