When you (1) ___________ for a job, you are usually asked to (2) ___________ an application form as well as your resume and a cover letter. Companies like to have standardized forms containing information about candidates. This makes comparison simpler and also makes it easier for a company to (3) ___________ the candidates for interview. It is very important that you (4) 
___________ all your abilities and skills in the spaces provided. Remember, this is the employers first impression of you, so it is very important that you (5) ___________ the form accurately. Read the form very carefully and answer each question honestly. Show employers that you are able to (6) ___________ instructions. Answer all questions as precisely as you can. Do not (7) ___________ any sections blank. If a question does not (8) ___________ to you, simply write not applicable. Proofread your application before you turn it in.
From English for Business
Reading Comprehension
Find English equivalents of the following words and word combinations. Use them in the sentences of your own.
, , , , , , , , .
Complete the notes with key information from the text.
why employers prefer to see job application forms: ________________________________
how to fill out the form:______________________________________________________
3. Read and complete the sentences with up or in.
- A colleague called in sick today and so the manager asked me to fill ___________ for him.
- A lecture was boring and not very useful, so he filled ___________ the time sending messages.
- When Mary returned from work, I filled her ___________ on what had happened while she had been away.
- The conference room filled ___________ very quickly, and at exactly 10 oclock, the CEO walked in.
- When my boss returns, I will have to ___________ him
Match the phrasal verbs from the previous exercise with the correct meanings.
1. to fill in____________________ a. to spend or use up (especially surplus time)
2. to fill someone in ___________ b. to take someones place temporarily
3. to fill up (no object) ___________ c. to make or become completely full
4. to fill up (with object) _________ d. to supply someone with recent information
Listening
Listen to Martha and John talking about their strengths and weaknesses. Complete the following table with the information you hear.
| Strengths | Weaknesses | |
| John | ||
| Martha |
In pairs, discuss what you see as your strengths and weaknesses and talk about how you could present any weaknesses in a more positive light.
Lesson 3. Preparing Your Resume
Warm Up
I. Comment upon the quotation: Writing without thinking is like shooting without aiming. (Arnold Glasgow)
How can it be applied to writing a resume?
