When a job opening is advertised, there are often a lot of people interestedinapplying.Many job hunters send in their resumes and apply for the same position. Sometimes a company will receive hundreds of resumes for a singlejob opening.
The job interview, therefore, is very important. In the interview, an applicant must
demonstrate that he or she is the right person for the job.As you prepare for the
interview process, remember one thing.The purposeof an interview is not to
intimidate you or to put you in anuncomfortable situation. The interview is
the most efficient way in a relativelyshort time for you and the representative
of an employer to get to know eachother.
Because job interviews are important, some job hunters read books or takecourses to help them make a good first impression, which is very important.These
books and courses are full of advice and suggestions to help jobapplicants prepare
for their interviews.For example, applicants are taught todress appropriately
and have a clean and neat appearance. How you dresscan be as important in
creating an impression as what you have to say. So,dress in good taste, as
employers prefer to hire men and women whoseappearance and overall behavior
present a positive image.
Before the interview find out what you can about the firm, about the jobyou're applying for.Find out the interviewers name and telephone number,where
the interview is and how long it will take to get there.
Be on time for the interview, and know your interviewer 's name. Greet yourinterviewer by name and give him/her a firm handshake (ladies too) whenyou
come in.
During the interview try to relax.It is appropriate to smile often and make
eye-contact with the interviewer.
The applicant should be prepared to answer questions abouteducation
and previous jobs.Interviewers expect applicants to talkprofoundly, confidently,
and truthfully about their work experience, skills, goals, and abilities. Answer
questions as fully as you wish; dont respond witha yes or no. Answering
questions emphasize your goals and strong points. Always be polite and speak
plainly and clearly. Be confident and make theinterviewer think that you are
a self-confident person.
Ex. 2. Match the English words and word-combinations from set A with their Ukrainian equivalents from set B. Make up sentences with these words.
| A | B |
| a job opening | |
| Position | |
| in the interview | |
| an interviewer | ( ) |
| an applicant | |
| to apply for | , |
| to intimidate | , |
| representative | |
| to make / create an impression | , |
| suggestions | |
| clean and neat | , |
| to hire | |
| overall behavior | , |
| to present | |
| a positive image | (-) |
| to find out | , |
| to greet | (, ), ( ) |
| to give a handshake | , |
| Firm | |
| to make eye-contact | (-) |
| Previous | |
| profound(ly) | |
| confident(ly) | |
| self-confident | |
| truthful(ly) | , , |
| Goal | , |
| Abilities | / |
| Fully | |
| to respond | |
| to emphasize | () |
| strong points | , |
| Polite | (-), (-) |
| plain(ly) and clear(ly) | , |
Ex. 3. Answer the questions.
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1. What happens when a job opening is advertised?
2. What must an applicant demonstrate in the interview?
3. Whats the purpose of the interview?
4. How do job hunters prepare for the interview?
5. Is your appearance important for the interview?
6. What information is it necessary to find before the interview?
7. How should an applicant behave at the interview?
8. What questions are usually asked by the interviewer?
9. How should an applicant answer questions?
Ex.4. Translate the words and phrases in brackets.
1. (³ ) for () of a lawyer in the legal firm Nobili was advertised on Work.UA.
2. Many job hunters ( )for the sameposition.
3. ( ) ()must demonstratehis / her strengths.
4. At the job fair there were many () of lawyers companies.
5. Its very important to ( ) in the interview.
6. Applicants should have ( ).
7. Ladiesas well as men ( )to an interviewer.
8. During the interview try(), smile and ( ) with the interviewer.
9. The applicants are usually asked about their () jobs.
10. He (, ) his( ).
Ex. 5. Translate the given sentences into English.
1. ( ) , .
2. .
3. ³ ( ) .
4. .
5. , .
6. .
7. , .
8. , .
9. ³ .
10. .
Ex. 6. Read the dialogue and choose the correct answer for each question.
The Job Interview
Interviewer: So, you've applied for the Saturday position, right?
John: Yes, I have.
Interviewer: Can you tell me what made you reply to our advertisement?
John: Well, I was looking for a part-time job to help me through college. And I think that I'd be really good at this kind of work.
Interviewer: Do you know exactly what you would be doing as a shop assistant?
John: Well I imagine I would be helping customers, keeping a check on the supplies in the store, and preparing the shop for business.
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Interviewer: That about covers it, you would also be responsible for keeping the front of the store tidy. What sort of student do you regard yourself as... did you enjoy studying while you were at school?
John: I suppose I'm a reasonable student. I passed all my exams and I enjoy studying subjects that interest me.
Interviewer: Have you any previous work experience?
John: Yes. I worked part-time at a take-away in the summer holidays.
Interviewer: Now, do you have any questions you'd like to ask me about the position?
John: Yes. Could you tell me what hours I'd have to work?
Interviewer: We open at 9.00, but you would be expected to arrive at 8.30 and we close at 6.00 pm. You would be able to leave then.
I think I have asked you everything I wanted to. Thank you for coming along to the interview.
John: Thank you. When will I know if I have been successful?
Interviewer: We'll be making our decision next Monday, we'll give you a call.
a) true b) false c) didnt say
1. John failed some of his exams.
2. The job is in a shop.
3. The job is full time.
4. The job doesn't pay very well.
5. He wouldn't have to deal with customers.
6. John has left school.
7. John would start work at 9.00.
8. He saw the advertisement in the local newspaper.
9. John would be working in the electrical department.
10. John will start the job on Monday.
Ex. 7. Read the tips for the best way to answer interview questions. Match the headings (A-K) to the paragraphs(1-11).
A. Try to Stay Calm.
B. Keep it Professional.
C. Share Your Accomplishments.
D. Research the Job and the Company.
E. Ask for Clarification.
F. Give Examples.
G. Have Questions Ready to Ask.
H. Know the Facts.
I. Don't Ramble.
J. Make a Match.
K. Take Your Time.
