Interests

Don’t just list your interests – add a few details

Travel: I have travelled extensively and independently in Europe.

Music: I play the guitar in a semi-professional band and have done a number of 'gigs' for school and student clubs.

7.Referee s

Give two referees

1. Hamish Roberts

(Tutor at University of London) 17 Woodland Avenue

Oxford

OX11 7GGR

2.Richard Gayle

(Customer Services Manager/DAT)

31 Pleasant Street

London

SE18 3L

5.Mark each statement True or False

a) Melanie Henderson studied in France.

b) She worked as Information Officer in France.

c) She was not responsible for dealing with enquiries in a busy office.

d) She didn’t demonstrate the ability to remain calm under pressure.

e) She is interested in travelling.

f) She didn’t help her colleagues to develop their communication skills.

6.Work in pairs. Answer these questions.

1 How many pages is a typical CV?

2 Do you include a photo? Do you think it is a good idea?

3 Do you include any other information in CVs?

Reading. An HR (Human Resources) manager has received an interesting CV. She telephones the candidate, Kate Rankin, to arrange an interview. Put the dialogue in the correct order 1-16.

1. Yes, I did. That’s why I’m calling. Could you come to Paris one day next week?

2. We’re interviewing on Wednesday and Thursday. Are you available on Wednesday afternoon?

3. Yes, it’s on the CV.

4. Thanks for calling. Bye.

5. This is Claire Pailies. I’m calling from Sanofi.

6. I’ll send you an e-mail with directions. It’s very simple.

7. Lovely. What time is good for you? Shall we say three o’clock?

8. Hello? Could I speak to Kate Rankin?

9.I think so. What day did you have in mind? 10. Yes, of course it is. OK then, I’ll see you next Wednesday.

11. Oh hello. You got my CV, then?

12. Wait a second. I’ll just check. Yes, that’s fine. Wednesday 11^th.

13. That’s fine with me. How do I get to you?

14. Have you got my e-mail address?

15. Speaking.

16. I’m looking forward to it. Bye for now.

7. Notes. Read the rules - How to write the Letter of Application and complete it.

The letter of application can be as important as the CV in that it often provides the first direct contact between a candidate and an employer. If this letter is not well written and presented, it will make a poor impression. The letter of application normally contains four paragraphs in which you should:

· Confirm that you wish to apply and say where you learned about the job

· Say why you are interested in the position and relate your interest to those of the company

· Show that you can contribute to the job by highlighting your most relevant skills and experience

· Indicate your willingness to attend an interview(and possibly say when you would be free to attend)

Below you’ll find details from Fionna Scott’s letter of application. Look at the outline of the letter on the left and indicate where the information below should go.

a) Although I am presently employed by a non-profit making organization, it has always been my intention to work in a commercial environment. 1 would particularly welcome the chance to work for your company as I have long admired both the quality of the products that it provides and its position as a defender of environmental causes. As you will notice on my enclosed CV, the job you are offering suits both my personal and professional interests.

b) Dear Ms Baudoni

c) I would be pleased to discuss my curriculum vitae with you in more detail at an interview. In the meantime, please do not hesitate to contact me if you require further information. I look forward to hearing from you.

e) I am writing to apply for the position which was advertised last month in The Independent.

d) 8^th January 2000

f) 52 Hanover Street Edinburgh EH2 5LM UK

g) Nathalie Baudoin

Patagonia Gmb

Reitmorstrasse 50

8000 Munich 22

Germany

h) My work experience has familiarized me with many of the challenges involved in public relations today. I am sure that this, together with my understanding of the needs and expectations of sport and nature enthusiasts, would be extremely relevant to the position. Moreover, as my mother is German, I am fluent in this language and would definitely enjoy working in a German-speaking environment

i) Fiona Scott

j) Yours sincerely

8 .This draft letter of application is not suitable. Rewrite it using some of the expressions from the useful language, and making any other necessary changes.