Vocabulary Lesson
Learn 10 Essential Verbs Related to Employment
Apply
VERB - Basic
To ask for something in an official way, like a job, opportunity, or permission.
Many people apply for jobs online using websites like LinkedIn.
Employ
VERB - Basic
To hire someone for a job.
Retail stores employ extra staff for the holiday shopping season.
Interview
VERB - Basic
To participate in a meeting where questions are asked to learn about someone.
Employers often interview several people before choosing one for the job.
Seek
VERB - Intermediate
To look for or try to get something.
Job hunters seek openings on company websites every day.
Network
VERB - Intermediate
To meet people and talk to share ideas or get help.
Professionals network at conferences to find new job opportunities.
Assess
VERB - Intermediate
To look at something and decide how good or important it is.
Companies assess job candidates by asking them to take tests.
Recruit
VERB - Intermediate
To find and bring in new people for a job, organization, or group.
Tech companies recruit software engineers from top universities every year.
Pursue
VERB - Intermediate
To work hard to reach a goal.
Graduates often pursue internships to gain real work experience.
Target
VERB - Intermediate
To choose something as a specific goal or focus.
Job seekers target big cities where more career options exist.
Demonstrate
VERB - Intermediate
To show or prove something by doing it.
Job applicants demonstrate their experience by sharing past projects.
