JOB SEARCH
Where can you find a job?
press, radio, internet, job center, recruitment agencies, contacting the company directly, personal contacts
What is an application form?
Form that asks candidates information about themselves to gauge whether they are a good fit for a job.
What is the latin name for CV?
A curriculum Vitae
What is the name for covering letter in American English?
cover letter
Which questions do the interviewer ask during the job interview?
The interviewers ask the candidate questions about his or her job history, personality, education other factors relevant to the job.
What do job centers offer?
They offer appointment service which can help seekers find a relevant position, retraining and unemployment benefits.
What do we fill in application form?
contact details, education, skills, work experience
What is the name of CV in American English?
Resume
What is the aim of a covering letter?
Tries to attract the employer’s attention and explains why the writer is the suitable candidate for the offered position.
Which information should we search before we go to the job interview?
Information about the company.
What is the nickname for approaching the company directly?
Speculative application
What is the aim of application form?
Select the right candidate for a job interview
Which information do we write into our CV?
We usually put our name and contact details at the top. Then we talk about our career goal, or a professional objective. We mention our skills, include our qualifications, write about our job experience and achievements. We can mention relevant interests.
Which information should we write into a covering letter?
contact details, to particular information which we wish to highlight
When should we arrive to a job interview?
It is recommended to arrive about 10 minutes early
Which job information can you find in a job advertisement?
the job title. the location, the job responsibilities, job salary, contact details, the job requirements, the training or benefits
Which additional questions can be asked in application form?
What does it mean that our CV should be concise?
Not more than two pages, preferably one.
Which writing style should we use in covering letter?
Business style
Which clothes are suitable for a job interview?
Wear clothes that are appropriate for the occasion.
Which information can you get in recruitment agencies?
Recruitment agencies have details of a wide range of vacancies and possible training schemes.
What else is sent togehter with application form?
CV, covering letter, certificates and references from previous employers
What is the meaning of curriculum vitae?
‘life story’
What do we attach to our covering letter?
Attachments are CV, application form, qualifications, references
How should we behave during our job interview?
keep eye contact, sit straight and appear confident, emphasise our strengths but never lie about our skills or experience, to be always positive about our previous experiences