Fill in the gap with the best option
Трудоустройство. Проведение собеседования. Составление резюме, CV.
Applying for a job. Job interview.
1 Put the following actions into the correct order:
(The first and the last points are in place)
| A. look through job adverts | 1A |
| B. apply for the job | |
| C. be offered the job | |
| D. attend the interview | |
| E. accept the job | |
| F. be called for an interview | |
| G. send off for an application form | |
| H. fill in the application form | |
| I. find an interesting post | |
| J. sign a contract | 10J |
2 Match the word with its definition:
| 1. title | A. whether you are single or married |
| 2. surname | B. name of your job that describes what work you do |
| 3. address | C. how much you are paid to work |
| 4. marital status | D. the day, month and year you were born |
| 5. date of birth | E. your family name |
| 6. job title | F. whether you are known as Mr, Mrs, Miss, Ms, etc |
| 7. income | G. a written history of all jobs that you have done |
| 8. employer | H. you work for yourself |
| 9. self-employed | I. the company you work for |
| 10. CV | J. the place where you live (don’t forget to include your postcode/zip code |
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1. Nearly 200 people_____for the job that was advertised in the local newspaper.
1)applied
2)signed
3)attended
2. Before you _____ the contract make sure you have read it through carefully.
1) apply
2) sign
3) fill
3. You should always_____ in the application form as honestly as possible.
1) offer
2) apply
3) fill
4. I've_____5 interviews so far and still haven't been offered a job.
1) filled
2) offered
3) attended
5. This job looks interesting. I think I'll_____ off for more information.
1) offer
2) send
3) attend
6. Who is your_____?
1) now employer
2) present employer
3) employment
7. What is your ______?
1) date of birth
2) day of birth
3) birthday
8. How long have you been_____?
1) worked there
2) working for
3) self employed
9. What is your_____?
1) job title
2) job name
3) job held
10. Please provide a copy of your_____.
1) jobs list
2) CV
3) CD
4. Which position is best for these people? Choose only one position for each person.
| 1. Needed: Full time secretary position available. Applicants should have at least 3 years of experience and be able to type 70 words a minute. No computer skills required. Apply in person at U-Business Ltd., 12 White Street, Nimes | A. Vivien Floe. Vivien loves working with children and has an education license from the city of Birmingham. She would like to work with young children. |
| 2. Are you looking for a part time job? We require two part-time shop assistants to work during the evening. No experience required, applicants should between 18 and 25. | B. Julian Smith. Julian went to business school and studied computer and secretarial skills. He is looking for his first job and would like a full time position |
| 3. Computer trained secretaries: Do you have experience working with computers? Would you like a full time position working in a developing new company? If your answer is yes, give us a call at 322 3322. | C. Ann Omin. Ann was trained as a secretary and has five years of experience. She is an excellent typist but does not know how to use a computer. She is looking for a full time position. |
| 4. Teacher Needed: Coston's Playschool needs 2 teacher/trainers to help with classes from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Applicants should have appropriate licenses. For more information, visit Coston's Playschool in Main Square | D. Kate Pow. Kate is 20 years old and would like a part time position to help her pay her university expenses. She can only work in the evenings. |
| 5. Part time work available: We are looking for retired adults who would like to work part time at the weekend. Responsibilities include answering the telephone and giving customer's information. | E. Mark Cohen. Mark graduated from the University of Bristol with a degree in Economics two years ago. He would like an academic position.. |
| 6. University positions open: The University of Bristol is looking for 4 teaching assistants to help with homework correction. Applicants should have a degree in one of the following: Political Science, Religion, Economics or History. Please contact the University of Bristol for more information | F. Joe Finn. Joe recently retired and is looking for a part time position. She would like to work with people and enjoys public relation work |
Writing a CV
5. Match the words with their meaning:
| 1. Personal details | A. names of people who know you (e.g. your teacher or your boss), and who can say that you’re good for a job |
| 2. Education and qualifications | B. things you enjoy (e.g. playing a sport) |
| 3. Work experience | C. the name of your school / college; exams you passed |
| 4. Skills | D. jobs you did before |
| 5. Interests | E. things you can do (e.g. speak a language; drive a car; use a computer) |
| 6. References | F. your name, address, date of birth, email, phone |
6. Choose true or false:
1. A CV is a document with information about you.
1) True
2) False
2. You use a CV to get a job.
1) True
2) False
3. You should put your photo on your CV.
1) True
2) False
4. Your CV should be 3 or 4 pages long.
1) True
2) False
5. It’s OK to have mistakes (spelling, grammar…) on your CV.
1) True
2) False
6. All information on your CV must be in full sentences.
1) True
2) False