Job Search Vocabulary

noun a question or request for information

• Please submit your enquiry through our official contact form for a prompt response.
• If you have any questions, just shoot me an email and I'll get back to you.
• Hit me up if you've got any enquiries and I'll sort you out.
• Her mind was a constant enquiry into the mysteries of the universe.

noun A person who has successfully completed a course of study or training, especially a higher education program

verb To successfully complete a course of study or training, especially a higher education program

• The young woman will officially graduate from university next month.
• My cousin is finally graduating from college this year.
• I can't believe I'm about to graduate high school, it feels surreal!
• After years of hard work, I feel like I'm ready to graduate to the next level in my career.

noun A person who is hired for a job or service

verb To employ someone for a job or service

• The company decided to hire a new marketing manager to oversee their advertising campaigns.
• I heard that they're looking to hire someone for the receptionist position at the front desk.
• I can't believe they actually hired that guy, he's such a slacker.
• Sometimes it feels like my brain has hired a forgetful assistant who keeps misplacing important information.

noun a person or thing that is being sought or searched for

verb to search for or seek out something

• I am going to look for a new job in the finance sector.
• I'll look for my keys before we leave the house.
• I gotta look for some new kicks to match my outfit.
• In times of uncertainty, we often look for guidance from our elders.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

adjective a word that describes or gives more information about a noun

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

• Despite his best efforts, he was simply out of luck when it came to securing a loan from the bank.
• Looks like we're out of luck with finding a parking spot near the restaurant.
• Sorry, dude, you're totally out of luck if you think you can borrow my car for the weekend.
• She knew she was out of luck when her computer crashed right before the important presentation.

noun a person who is unemployed

adjective not currently employed

preposition indicating a situation in which someone is not working

• Due to the economic downturn, many individuals are currently out of work.
• My friend has been out of work for a few months now and is struggling to find a new job.
• I heard John got laid off and is now out of work.
• After the company restructured, several employees found themselves out of work.

noun a written message or announcement that is put on a website or sent as an email

verb to publish or upload a message or announcement on a website or social media platform

• The job posting for the position of senior manager has been updated on the company's website.
• I saw your latest posting on social media, it looks great!
• I'm always scrolling through job postings to see if anything catches my eye.
• Her posting on the bulletin board sparked a heated debate among the community members.

noun a person who is responsible for enforcing the rules and making decisions in a sports game or competition

• The referee made a controversial call that ultimately decided the outcome of the game.
• The referee was really strict during the match, huh?
• The ref totally blew that call, what a joke!
• In life, we often have to act as our own referee to make fair decisions.

noun a brief account of a person's education, qualifications, and previous experience, typically sent with a job application

verb begin to do or pursue (something) again after a pause or interruption

• I will need to review your resume before scheduling an interview.
• Make sure to update your resume before applying for the job.
• I heard she has a killer resume that landed her the job.
• His determination to succeed was like a well-crafted resume, showcasing his skills and experience.

verb the action of looking for or trying to find something

adjective describing someone or something that is in the act of searching

• The detective spent hours searching for clues at the crime scene.
• I've been searching all over for my keys, but I can't find them anywhere.
• I'm searching for some good vibes to lift my mood.
• She's been searching for meaning in her life for years.

noun a person, place, thing, or idea

adjective describes a noun or pronoun

• There is only a small chance of success without proper planning.
• I have a small chance of getting tickets to the concert, but I'll try anyway.
• There's a small chance we'll get caught, so let's just go for it.
• In the vast ocean of possibilities, there's only a small chance of finding true love.

adjective describing a person who does not have a job and is actively seeking employment

• The government is implementing policies to support the unemployed population.
• My cousin has been unemployed for a few months now.
• I'm currently jobless and looking for something new.
• The creativity in my mind was unemployed until I started painting again.

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence

• The company wanted to expand its operations into new markets.
• I wanted to go to the beach, but it started raining.
• She wanted to hang out with her friends, but her parents said no.
• He wanted to climb to the top of the corporate ladder, no matter the cost.