LESSON 16
APPLYING FOR A JOB
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- Phoning for an application form
Before calling make a list of any questions you want to ask. Also, keep a pen and notepad besides the phone to write down details.
- Filling in an application form
It is useful to do this on another piece of paper first. That way you can change and improve your answers before filling in the form itself. Also, keep a record of your final answers. It saves you time if you need to complete other forms in the future.
- Writing a letter of application
Three tips here: 1. Write or type as clearly as possible.
- Keep the letter brief and factual.
- Print your name underneath your signature, like this…
Covering letter
Dear sir or madam!
I graduated from Krasnoyarsk state university in 1999. Now I am finishing my post-graduate studies to defend my candidate thesis this winter. My major is called the theory of literature, which includes the study of the history of Russian and foreign literature.
I am interested in working in the Russian department of your university as the teacher of Russian and Russian literature. In high school I gained experiences teaching Russian for foreign students. In your department I could assist in the teaching grammar, conduct a class in Russian conversation or give lectures on Russian literature.
If you are interested, please write me at the above address. I will look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
- Black
- Resume
Resume is a list of your qualifications, work experience and interests. Again it should be easy to read, factual and brief. It also a good idea to use underlining and bold to make certain words and headings stand out.
John H.Mill
38 Park Avenue, Ap. 50
New York, N.Y. 11297
Tel. (312) 493-8332
OBJECTIVE A position as a bookkeeper.
SUMMARY 12 years of experience in every routine work in this
field. Perfect knowledge of computers and statistics.
QUALIFICATIONS Make up all kind of financial reports, balances and
production planning.
EXPERIENCE
1990-1995 FRISCO DOCKS,
San Francisco, California.
Deputy Chief of Planning, Commerce Dpt.
In charge of account books, statements, new ideas
in planning.
1980-1990 SAKHA Co,
New York.
Accountant. Prepared accounts and balance sheets of
every kind.
EDUCATION LONDON SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS
London, Great Britain, Bachelor
PERSONAL Arrived in the United States January, 1980.
British subject. Married, one child.
REFERENCES Available upon request.
- Before an interview
It is important to be well-prepared before interview. First, find out as much as possible about the company in advance. You can get this information from your local Careers Advice Office. Secondly, write a list of questions which you want to ask at the interview.
- Clothes
How you look at a job interview creates a strong impression. Wear clothes which are smart and comfortable but not too formal.
- The interview
Make sure you get a good night`s sleep before an interview. Also make sure you leave plenty of time to get there. During the interview itself be as calm, clear, friendly and positive as possible.
There are some ‘tips’ for a successful interview.
- Before the interview ask a friend to ask you typical questions. Talk about your strong points using concrete examples from your current job.
- Before the interview, write to the people who can give you references.
- Arrive 30 minutes early on site 10 minutes early for the interview. Use the time to walk in the fresh air. When greeting the interviewer, smile, make eye contact and shake hands firmly.
- Keep your answers short, simple and relevant – as you would in other business situation. Interviews are a dialogue so do not talk more than 60 – 70% of the time. If the interviewer wants more information, let him ask for it.
- Occasionally take the initiative and ask questions to show you are interested.
- Be enthusiastic and positive. Never contradict, ague or interrupt. Never criticize previous employers during the interview.
- Do not be submissive, treat the interviewer with respect, but as an equal.
- Do not ask questions about salary. If possible, wait for the interviewer mention it. ask for higher than you expect. If it doubt ask for your current salary plus 15%.
- Immediately after the interview make notes: write down names, details about the organisation and especially company ‘buzzwords’. If called for a second interview, make sure you use these.
- Consider writing a short follow-up letter, after informal interviews where there was no clear job advertised. Express your pleasure in meeting everyone (list them by name), comment on one part of the meeting (something that emphasizes your qualifications), mention again the benefits you can bring to the company and why you would like to work there (include company buzzwords).
- After an interview.
Make notes about what happened. If you go to other interviews in the future these notes could be extremely useful.
- If you are offered the job.
Do not accept to quickly. Is this the right job for you? What do you think about the…money…prospects…hours…people you`d be working with?
- The contract
If you decide to take a job, you`ll probably be given a contract. Read it carefully. Are there any questions you want to ask? Remember, it`s easier to make changes before singing than after.
Active Vocabulary
To have excellent references –иметь прекрасные отзывы
Supportive environment – хорошая рабочая обстановка
Officer – должностное лицо
Connections – связи
To discharge – уволить
Red tape – канцелярская работа
Deadline – конечный срок
Legal contract – трудовое соглашение
to pay interest on smth—выплачивать проценты по ч-л
to stop interest payment—приостановить выплату процентов
outstanding loan—неоплаченный заем
Eurodollar loan—заем, полученный на рынке евродолларов
non-income-producing loan — заем, не приносящий доход
dubious (doubtful) loan—заем, погашение которого вызывает сомнение
had loan — просроченный заем
to repay a loan — выплатить заем
to lake over the chair-—взять па себя обязанности председателя
to do smth via—делать ч-л посредством ч-л
to he mindful of smth—помнить о ч-л
to stand for smthi—поддерживать ч-л
to have one’s say—изложить свою точку зрения
to run a hank—руководить банком
to accuse smh of mismanagement and fraud—обвинить к-л в некомпетентности и мошенничестве
to do smthi in a preemtive strike—нанести предупреждающий удар
to have smthi on a (short-term. medium, long, overnight)
deposit—держать в банке к-л сумму на к-л депозите
to brew (fig)—назревать