INGLÉS IV

Applying for a Job

 What words and
comparative expressions
did we work with in the
previous unit?

With_______________, With_______________,
you can have a business you can write something
meeting with people in
different places.
to a friend and get a
response instantly.
What were we talking about in unit 3?

With_______________,
With_______________,
you can use your
you can send written
computers like phones,
messages on your cell
but you can also see
phone or computer.
each other.
We continue now with unit 4.
Let's review the topics.
Unit 4.
Applying for a Job
Next, we present the topics to
develop class to class.
Topics

Topic 1. English expressions to make a resume or curriculum vitae.

Topic 2. Frequent oral and written chunks in job interviews and applications.
Topic 3. Descriptive language of jobs: characteristics, strengths, and interests.
Topic 1. English expressions to make a resume or
curriculum vitae.

Let's make our

curriculum vitae!
Topic 1. English expressions to make a resume or
curriculum vitae.

Positive words to describe yourself in a CV:

Positive words Example

Able I am able to handle multiple tasks on a daily basis.
Creative I use a creative approach to solve a problem.
Dependable I am a dependable person who is great at time management.
Energetic I am always energetic and eager to learn new skills.
Experience I have experience working as part of a team and individually.
Flexible I am flexible in my working hours, being able to work evenings and
weekends.
Hardworking I am hardworking and always the last to leave the office in the evening.
Topic 1. English expressions to make a resume or
curriculum vitae.

Positive words to describe yourself in a CV:

Positive words Example
Honest I am honest and trustworthy when I am counting money after our church
bake-sales.
Imaginative I work with the team to provide imaginative solutions for our customers.

Innovative I am always coming up with innovative ideas.

Motivated I am motivated to go to the gym before work to get fit and healthy.

Organised I have organised the staff functions for the last four years with great
success.
Reliable Co-workers rely on me to be on time.
Sense of humour Even though I take my work seriously, I do have a good sense of humour.
Topic 1. English expressions to make a resume or
curriculum vitae.

Examples of personal statements:

o I am a talented, ambitious and hardworking individual, with broad skills and experience
in digital and printed marketing, social media and leading projects.
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o Furthermore, I am adept at handling multiple tasks on a daily basis competently and at
working well under pressure.

o A key strength is communication; building strong relationships with people in order to

deliver the best results.

o Recently, I completed an Open degree, including Business and Design modules at the
Open University, and I am now fully employed by Clearly Presented as a Digital Media
Manager.
Topic 2. Frequent oral and written chunks in job
interviews and applications

What do we normally say

in a job interview?
Topic 2. Frequent oral and written chunks in job
interviews and applications

My name is James Phillips. I’m the personnel director. I’m pleased to meet you.

I’m James Phillips. I’m the manager of Human Resources. I’m happy to meet you.

I’m in charge of hiring. It’s nice to meet you.

Please, have a seat. According to your resume, you have several years of office experience.

Please, sit down. Your resume tells us that you have several years of office experience.
Topic 2. Frequent oral and written chunks in job
interviews and applications

Tell me about your qualifications. I can type 100 WPM. I’m proficient in many computer programs.

What are your qualifications? I’m able to type 100 WPM. I’m able to use many computer programs.

What qualifications do you have?

I have excellent interpersonal skills. Do you have any questions about the position?

I get along very well with people. Would you like to ask anything about the job?
Topic 2. Frequent oral and written chunks in job
interviews and applications

What are the responsibilities of the position? We’re looking for someone to supervise two office clerks.

What are the duties? We want someone who can manage two office clerks.

Have you had any supervisory experience? What are your salary expectations, Mrs. Stevens?

Have you ever been a supervisor? What salary do you expect?

Topic 2. Frequent oral and written chunks in job
interviews and applications

I expect to be paid the going rate for this type of position.

I expect to get the usual salary for this type of work.

Can you tell me about the benefits you provide? We provide full medical and dental coverage.

What benefits does the company give? We give health and dental insurance.
Topic 2. Frequent oral and written chunks in job
interviews and applications

That’s very generous. When is the position available? We’ll contact you next week.

That’s very good. When does the job start? We’ll get in touch with you next week.

It’s been a pleasure meeting you. I hope to hear from you soon.

I’ve enjoyed meeting you. I look forward to hear from you soon.
Topic 3. Descriptive language of jobs: characteristics,
strengths, and interests

What do they ask you in a

job interview?
Topic 3. Descriptive language of jobs: characteristics,
strengths, and interests

1. Tell me about yourself.

After greeting and introducing yourself, they don’t want to hear every single detail.
Avoid: I was born in Beijing or I have two sisters.
They want to know about you and your career growth.
For example:
I’ve been working as a junior chef at a small Italian restaurant for two years and my duties included assisting the head
chef and preparing salads.
Topic 3. Descriptive language of jobs: characteristics,
strengths, and interests

2. Tell us about your education.

Here they want to know everything you’ve studied related to the job. For example, your training and further education
(e.g. university, polytechnic, college). You don’t need to tell them everything you’ve done since elementary school, just
the important things.
Your: Degrees – 3-4 year qualification from university/college.
Diploma – A short-term qualification (e.g. one year) from college/university/polytechnic.
Certificate – A document showing your participation in a course.
Topic 3. Descriptive language of jobs: characteristics,
strengths, and interests

3. What are your strengths?

When your interviewer asks you this question, they want to know all your positive qualities. These positive qualities need to relate to
what they want and are looking for. Treat this question as a chance to advertise yourself – you are the product, now market yourself.
Use examples to support your point.
For instance, you could answer with any of the following:
To be punctual –  to be on time.
I’m a punctual person. I always arrive early and complete my work on time.
To be a team-player – to work well with others. 
I consider myself to be a team-player. I like to work with other people.
To be ambitious –  to have goals. 
I’m ambitious. I have always set myself goals and it motivates me to work hard.
Topic 3. Descriptive language of jobs: characteristics,
strengths, and interests

3. What are your strengths?

For instance, you could answer with any of the following:

To take initiative –  to do something without having to be told to do it.
When I work, I always take initiative. If I see something that needs doing, I don’t wait for

instruction, I do it.
To be proactive –  to do things and make them happen. 
I’m proactive. When I think about things, I do them. I like to see results.
To stay calm in any situation –  I think it’s really important to be able to stay calm when you’re working as a reporter.
Topic 3. Descriptive language of jobs: characteristics,
strengths, and interests

4. What are your weaknesses?

What? I don’t have any weaknesses! Of course you do – no one’s perfect. Everyone has

weaknesses, but what they’re checking for here is how you try to fix them. Another trick

here is to turn those weaker qualities into positive ones. For example, your weakness is

that you spend too much time on projects which makes you work slower. Turn that into a

positive by saying: Sometimes I’m slower in completing my tasks compared to others

because I really want to get things right.

Topic 3. Descriptive language of jobs: characteristics,
strengths, and interests

5. Why did you leave your last job?

If you’re applying for your first job, this question is not for you. However, if you’ve worked before, the interviewer will want to know
why you left your old job.
o Did you leave because you were fired? (Your old boss asked you to leave for doing something wrong).
o Did you quit? (Resign – Did you choose to stop working?)
If you chose to leave your old job, avoid saying anything negative about your old workplace or boss. You can say the following:
o I’m looking for new challenges.
o I feel I wasn’t able to show my talents.
o I’m looking for a job that suits my qualifications.
o I’m looking for a job where I can grow with the company.
Topic 3. Descriptive language of jobs: characteristics,
strengths, and interests

6. Do you have any questions for me/us?

Yes, you do! This is how an interviewer will usually finish the interview. They are not just being polite – they want you
to speak.
Ask questions like:
o Do you have any examples of projects that I would be working on if I were to be offered the job? 
o What is the typical day for this position (job)? 
o What is the next step? 
To deepen the study, we recommend review:
Check the link:

How to apply for a job. WikiHow. Disponible en: http://www.wikihow.com/Apply-for-a-Job

INGLÉS IV
Applying for a Job