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1. You are preparing for an interview, but you don’t imagine what questions you should answer. Read and translate.
An interview is an important event in the life of every job applicant. It can be the last test on the way to a new position. That’s why it’s very important to be well prepared for an interview.
Come in time to the appointed place for an interview. Don’t forget to take all the necessary documents for your better presentation (references, characteristics, diplomas).
Don’t be nervous and tense with the interviewer, be polite and listen attentively to all the questions you are asked. If you are confident in what you talking about it will make a good impression on the interviewer. Try to give full and clear answers to the questions. Be ready to discuss the details of your future work. Try to persuade the interviewer that you are the best candidate for the chosen position and an asset for the company. Don’t talk about personal questions if they are not connected with the future work.
Don’t hesitate to describe fully your responsibilities and regular duties at the previous job if you are asked. Show that you are thinking ahead in your career development. Be ready to explain the reasons of your desire to change the work. Tell about your educational history and obtained degree. Don’t forget to mention your computer skills, language fluency if it’s required by the company.
At the end of the interview thank the interviewer for his/her attention. Don’t demand the immediate answer about his/her decision, appoint the certain date for it.
Active Vocabulary
reference – отзыв, рекомендация
present a list of references – предоставить список отзывов
tense – напряженный
polite – вежливый
be confident – быть уверенным
persuade – убеждать
regular duties – обычные обязанности
be an asset for the company – быть приобретением для компании
give a good representation – хорошо представить
demand – требовать
appoint the date – назначить дату
2. Find in the text English equivalents for:
кандидат; быть хорошо подготовленным к собеседованию; все необходимые документы; быть напряженным; производить хорошее впечатление; убеждать; обычные обязанности; причина; сведения об образовании; решение.
3. Give Russian equivalents for:
an interview; a new position; an appointed place; a reference; a characteristic; a diploma; to be polite; to be confident; to be an asset for the company; to hesitate; responsibilities and regular duties; in smb’s career development; language fluency.
4. Fill in the gaps with the words given below using them in the correct form:
a list of references, to be an asset, to be nervous, an interview, to appoint, to be impressed, to be confident.
1. Did you present … to the interviewer?
2. My friend has gotan interview for tomorrow that’s why he is so ….
3. The interviewer … by my experience in this field.
4. He was … and they didn’t hesitate to take him for this position.
5. What date was … for your interview?
6. The interviewer told me that Mr. White … for any company.
7. Did you understand all the questions during …?
5. Make up the sentences with the following words and word combinations.
to get an interview, to interview smb, an interviewer;
to be tense, tension;
to be confident, confidence;
regular duties, duty free, to be on duty;
to refer, reference, list of references.
6. What would you say if you took part in these dialogues? Act them out.
1. A.: Well, I see you’ve already had quite a lot of experience in the food industry. Could you dwell on your regular duties at your recent job?
B.: Yes, I can tell you that …
2. A.: You mentioned earlier that you liked the people you had worked with. What features do you appreciate in your colleagues?
B.: I think that …
3. A.: It seems to me you had a pleasant place to work. I’m surprised you are going to leave.
B.: You are quite right, but …
4. A.: You mentioned that you had attended special language courses. How do you think it will help you in the future work?
B.: I suppose that …
7. Act as an interviewer at a famous Computer company. The company seeks a candidate for the position of an: a) accountant, b) coordinator, c) interpreter,
d) analyst, e) lawyer, f) attorney, g) engineer, h) agent, i) receptionist.
Look through the requirements of different companies. Prepare the questions you should ask every candidate. Start the interview with the candidates.
Accountant – Will be responsible for the monitoring of all necessary accounting procedures, acting as a liaison to the tax authorities. Will also act as a support person for the Chief Accountant in all day-to-day activities. The suitable candidate must possess: a degree in Finance or Economics; – a minimum of 2 year experience working with Western companies; excellent knowledge of Russian financial legislation; fluent English is required, the salary is negotiable.
Warehouse Coordinator – Will assist Logistics Director in warehousing chain, control inventories, set up warehouse team of clerks, plan distribution resources. The candidate should have higher education, 1 year experience, general knowledge of Logistics – ability to control warehouse situation – excellent managerial skills – be a computer user (Excel, Word) with strong presentation skills, fluency in English, ability to travel.
Interpreter/translator – The candidate will translate orally/ in written from English/Spanish into Russian and vice versa, realize simultaneous translations during negotiations (computer market), fulfil everyday office work. The possible candidate should possess University degree, excellent English/Spanish, computer skills (Excel, Word).
Capital Market Analyst – Will collect information on securities, equities, etc. from different information sources, develop market ideas and find appropriate ways of implementing them in the Russian market. Will participate in business trips, client meetings, project negotiations, adapt Western ideas for sales in the Russian market. The appropriate individual should possess: absolutely fluent English – excellent presentational, organizational, and analytical skills – a banking, finance, or consulting background – western education (Master of Business Administration is a plus) – willingness to travel (both locally and abroad) – a teamplayer’s spirit and strong experience (Big Six or western investment banking).
Lawyer – Will realize association work and representation of company in professional circles. Business and commercial law including interest in regulatory requirements (control advertising and labeling, unfair competition, environmental issues). Industrial property (trademarks, patents, design patents, copyrights). Contacts with other European and US lawyers. A specialist in Corporate Law, Taxes. Profile: Law degree, proficiency in legislative areas – 5 + year similar experience in a multinational consumer products company – fluent English.
Attorney – Will consult the firm’s clients on various aspects of Russian operations, including commercial transactions, securities and share acquisitions, strategic planning, tax law, real estate transactions, and labour law. Successful candidate will be the responsible attorney for our office under the supervision of foreign managing partners. Ability to work independently is essential. Excellent communication skills required, fluent English.
Mechanical Engineer – Main responsibilities: service and repair of equipment for printed plates manufacturing – processing of technical documentation – ordering of spare parts. Personal profile: higher technical education in Mechanics – 3 year relevant working experience – knowledge of equipment with program control for automatic assembling of printed plates – basic English.
Regional Sales Agent – Main responsibilities: sales operations within a particular region – ensuring achievement of regional objectives – investigate customers’ needs and competitive activity – plan and activate regional sales plan. Profile: Degree in Economics, fluent English, possibility to travel up to 60%.
Receptionist – Whose responsibilities will be as follows: answering phone calls, guests’ accommodation, greeting clients, making all the office work (typing, sending/receiving faxes, etc.) The right candidate should have: fluent English, PC literacy (Word, Excel), typing skills, higher education, pleasant, helpful, friendly personality.
8. Before realizing the task read the words and word combinations to the advertisements.
possess – владеть
monitor accounting procedures – контролировать, проверять счетные операции
liaison – связь, взаимодействие
tax authorities – налоговые органы
handle – руководить, владеть, контролировать, справляться
salary – заработная плата
negotiable – то, что может обсуждаться
warehouse – склад
translator, interpreter – переводчик
orally – устно
in written – письменно
vice versa – наоборот
simultaneous – одновременный
receptionist, secretary – секретарь
lawyer – адвокат, юрист
securities – ценные бумаги
equity – обычная акция, акция без фиксированного дивиденда
willingness – желание, готовность
advertising – реклама (действие)
advertisement – реклама (объявление)
label – прикреплять этикетку, ярлык
trademark – торговая марка
copyright – авторское право
Corporate Law – корпоративное законодательство
commercial transaction – коммерческое соглашение
labour law – трудовое законодательство
attorney – адвокат, юрист
order spare parts – заказывать запчасти
assemble – монтировать, собирать
investigate customers’ needs – изучать (определять) потребности покупателей
9. Today you have an interview at a well-known famous computer company. Act as a candidate to the following positions: a) accountant, b) coordinator,
c) interpreter, d) analyst, e) lawyer, f) attorney, g) engineer, h) agent,
i) receptionist. After looking through the words and word combinations start the interview with a representative of the company.
10. Topics for further discussion.
1. You are seeking a job for the first time. Is it necessary to prepare for an interview? Why do you think so? How will you do it?
2. Is it easy for you to present yourself fully in a short interview with an unknown person? If it is difficult, explain how you will overcome it. What or who will help you in this situation?
3. How do you imagine your future interview? What are the main rules of your behaviour?
4. How should you behave at the interview to achieve your goal? Demonstrate it: a) as an interviewer, b) as an applicant.
11. Translate and try to explain these proverbs:
1. Little strokes fell great oaks.
2. No sweet without some sweat.
3. Experience is the mother of wisdom.
UNIT 3. APPLICATION
1. You want to participate in the work of an international conference or to continue your studies abroad. For this you should fill in a special application form. Read and translate.
Any application form is a special form developed by Congress, Conference, University, Institute and College to provide more specific information about applicants and to formalize all information about them for better data processing.
The application form usually includes the following sections: general information about the institution, benefits, responsibilities, applicants’ criteria, closing data for applications.
The application form usually contains:
Personal details (data): Family name/Legal name (last, first, middle)
Title (Mr. Mrs. Miss. Ms. Dr.)
Sex (male, female)
Permanent home address, phone/fax number or Present address
Place and date of birth
Marital status (single, married, divorced, widowed)
Military status
Academic background usually includes all academic qualifications obtained since completing secondary education, stating the institutions attended, the main subjects of study and when the main courses started and finished. The applicants usually attach photocopies of all relevant academic certificates or transcripts, with accompanying translations into English, if they are issued in another language.
Professional background listing all positions held since completing secondary education.
Residency issues (citizenship, permanent residence status, previous country of residence).
Proposed course of study: What qualifications would you like to obtain, in what subjects?
At which institution would you like to study or conduct research? Are you applying for a fully funded scholarship?
Often the applicants are asked to attach letters from two referees (both of whom should be professional or academic) in support of the application; sometimes it’s necessary to attach the Personal Essays. The Personal Essay provides individualized information about the applicant, his/her ambitions and interests.
At the end you can find applicant’s obligations while studying. All the application forms should be filled in clearly or typed.
Active Vocabulary
fill in the form – заполнить форму
application form – форма для принятия участия в чем-либо, заявление, бланк
formalize information – формализовать информацию
data processing – обработка данных
benefits – преимущества, привилегии
responsibility – ответственность
criteria – критерии
closing date of applications – окончательная дата (срок) присылки документов
male – (пол) мужской
female – (пол) женский
permanent home address – постоянный домашний адрес
single – неженатый, не замужем
married – женатый, замужем
divorced – разведенный
widowed – вдовый
title – титул
military status – воинское звание
academic background – образование
complete secondary education – получить среднее образование
attach photocopy – приложить фотокопию
academic certificate – диплом
hold a position – занимать должность
residency – страна проживания
citizenship – гражданство
residence status – местожительство
obtain qualification – получить квалификацию
apply for a scholarship – подавать документы (претендовать) на получение стипендии
referee – арбитр; рекомендодатель
personal essay – автобиография, эссе
ambition – амбиция, цель
obligation – обязательство
2. Find in the text English equivalents for:
заполнить заявление; обеспечить специфическую информацию;
окончательная дата подачи документов; персональные сведения; образование; сопровождать переводом; профессиональная квалификация; постоянное место жительства; получать; проводить исследования; обязательство.
3. Give Russian equivalents for:
an applicant; data; general information; benefits; responsibilities; marital status; military status; an academic qualification; to attend; to be issued in another language; to hold a position; residency; a personal essay.
4. Translate the sentences into Russian.
1. What is the closing date for my application?
2. Do you have any academic qualification?
3. Have you filled in the application form you got yesterday?
4. I’d like to continue my studies and conduct my research work at Cambridge University.
5. I attached the photocopy of my academic certificate to my application form.
6. I read all the general information about the University, its benefits and my responsibilities.
7. What should I write in the section «Military status»?
8. Don’t forget to mention your permanent home address and telephone number.
5. Make up the sentences with the following words and word combinations.
to provide (information), to provide with books;
to attach (photocopy, Personal Essay, documents);
to fill a glass with water;
to be responsible, responsibilities;
to obtain (qualification, experience);
residency, residence, to be resident of.
6. Answer the questions.
1. What is an application form?
2. What sections does the application form usually contain?
3. What does the section «Academic background» include?
4. What do the applicants usually attach?
5. What does the section «Professional background» include?
6. What is the section «Proposed course of study» about?
7. Is it important to write a good Personal Essay?
8. What can you find at the end of the application form?
9. How can an application form influence your admission to the institution?
7. What would you say if you took part in these dialogues? Act them out.
1. A.: I have got the application form from Oxford University recently. But I have some questions about its structure. Can you explain me what I should write in the section Academic background?
B.: …
2. A.: Is it enough to mention only my recent position and the company where I work now?
B.: I don’t think so, because …
3. A.: I see that you haven’t filled in the section Professional background. Have you got any difficulties with it?
B.: You are right. Can you help me with …
4. A.: I started to write my Personal Essay yesterday. If you don’t mind I’d like you to read it and give me your remarks.
B.: I’ll do it with pleasure. I suppose that …
8. Ms. Kenwood filled her application form in. But she has forgotten to fill in some sections. Do it instead of her.
| APPLICATION FOR GRADUATE ADMISSION Texas A&M International University Office of Admissions and Advisement _______________________________________________________________ 1. Tell us about yourself: Male ……….. Female…. + …… Social Security Number 244589 Legal name: Kenwood Mary Kate Last First Middle Permanent home address: …………………………………………………………. City: Laredo State: Texas Zip Code: ………… Country: ……………….. Telephone-Home: 983432-86 Office: ………………………………. Place of birth: Laredo ………………… Date of birth: ………………………….. Legal Residence: Texas Resident ……. Non-resident ……. Foreign …………… Military status: Veteran: No Dates of service: ………………………………….. Marital status: Single Yes Married ……… Divorced/separated ……... Widowed ………….. If unmarried, provide information on your parent or closest living relative. If married, please provide information on your spouse: Name: Kenwood………………………………Relationship: father……………… Last First Middle Permanent Mailing Address: ……………………………………………………… City: Laredo…….State: ……. Zip Code: ……. Country: The USA…………….. Telephone-Home: …………………… Office: 66422-53………………………… 2. Tell us about your plans: Will you seek teacher certification from TAMIU? …………+..Yes................ No Applying for … 2... (year) Admission for…. Winter …+..Fall …… Spring ….Summer Are you enrolled at another University/College? …………. Yes ……………. No If Yes, where? Alabama Finance University …………………………………….. 3. Tell us about your educational background: Please list all Colleges and Universities you have attended beginning with the most recent: College/University Name City, State, Country. Dates. Attended Degree Alabama Finance University Alabama …………………. 2006-2010 Degree in Finance and Economy Texas Administration College ……………………… 2004-2006 ………........... What exams have you taken? Exam Date Taken Mark 1. Economy and Finance ………………………………………............. excellent 2. ………………………………………………………………………………….. 3. …………………………………………………………………………………… 4. Residency issues: 1. Are you a US Citizen? ……… + ……. Yes (Go to 2) ……. No (Complete 1) Do you have U.S. Temporary Resident status?...……….. Yes……………..No If Yes, Visa type: …………………………. Date issued: ………………........... Visa №: ……………………… Expiration Date: ……………………………….. 2. Are you a resident of the State of Texas? ……… + Yes ……….No (Go to B) 3. Will you have been residing in Texas for 12 consecutive months prior to your first enrollment at TAMIU? … + Yes (Go to part B) …. No (Go to 4) 4. Upon whom are you basing your claim for residency: ……Parent/Legal Guardian …………………….Spouse Your Oath of Residency: I understand that the information submitted herein will be relied by Texas A&M International University officials to determine my status for admission and residency eligibility. I authorize TAMIU to verify the information I have provided. I agree to notify the proper officials of TAMIU of any changes in the information provided. I certify that the information on this application is complete and correct, and I understand that the submission of false information is grounds for rejection of my application, withdrawal of any offer of acceptance, cancellation of enrollment, or appropriate disciplinary action. Kemwood Mary Kate 14 June, 2010 Print name Signature Soc.Security № Date |
9. Using the application form from the previous task fill the application form in as if you were the applicant.
| British Chevening Scholarships APPLICATION FORM Part A. Personal Details Family name: ……………………………………………………………………… (as on passport) Other names: ……………………………………………………………………… Title: …………. Mr ………... Mrs ………….. Miss ………….. Ms…………Dr Sex: ……………………………… Male …………………………………. Female Place of birth: ……………………… Date of birth: …………………………….. Nationality: ………………………………………………………………............. Status: ……. Single ……….. Married ……….. Divorced …………. Widowed Address for correspondence in home country: ………………………….………. ……………………………………………………………………………………… Telephone number: ………………………………………………………............ Part B. Academic Background Please list all academic qualifications obtained since completing your secondary education, stating the institutions attended, the main subjects of study and when the main courses started and finished. Please indicate with an asterisk those courses which were entirely or mainly English medium – i.e. where the language of instruction or supervision was English: _______________________________________________________________ Qualification Institution Subject From To (including class or level) …………………………………………………………………………………………...………………………………………………………………….……………………….……………………………………………………..………………………………………..…………………………………………………………………… Please attach photocopies of all relevant academic certificates or transcripts, with accompanying translations into English, if they are written in another language. Part C. Professional Background Please list all positions held since completing your secondary education: _______________________________________________________________ Position Organization/Institution From To ………………………………………………………………………………………….…………………………………………………………………..……………….……….……………………………………………………..……………………….…………….……………………………………………………………………….. Part D. Proposed Course of Study in the UK. What qualification would you like to obtain and in what subjects? If there are alternatives to your first choice, please state order of preference. If you wish to conduct research rather than obtain a formal qualification, please state so clearly. 1. ………………………………………………………………………………….. 2. ………………………………………………………………………………….. 3. …………………………………………………………………………………… 4. …………………………………………………………………………………… At which institution would you like to study or conduct research? If you have no particular preferences and would you like the British Council to identify a suitable institution for you, please do not complete this section 1. ………………………………………………………………………………….. 2. …………………………………………………………………………………… 3. ………………………………………………………………………………….. Are you applying for a fully funded British Chevening Scholarship? ………… Yes ………… No If not, how do you propose to supplement your scholarship? ……………………………………………………………………………………… Have you already been in contact with the institution for your choice? ………… Yes ………… No Have you ever studied in the UK? ………… Yes ………… No Have you ever visited the IK on holiday or for other purposes? ………… Yes ………… No If so, please indicate when and what the purpose of your visit was. ……………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………… Are you applying for any other scholarships or awards to study in the UK, to be funded either by the British Government or by other institutions or foundations? ………… Yes ………… No If so, please give full details. ……………………………………………………………………………………… Please attach letters from two referees (both of whom should be professional or academic) in support of your application for a British Chevening Scholarship. Please provide details of the two referees below. If you are unable to attach letters from your referees, please ask them to write to us as soon as possible. First Referee Title and name ……………………………………………………………............ Position ……………………………………………………………………………. Address …………………………………………………………………………… How long have you known this referee? …………………………………........... What is his/her professional relationship to you? ………………………………. Second Referee (the same information) *Finally, please state in not more than 1 000 words in the space provided below a/ why you wish to study in the UK, b/ why you wish to obtain the qualification listed as your first choice in Part D of this form, and c/ how you think you will benefit in terms of career and personal development from obtaining this qualification once you have returned to your home country. Please also give full details of any particular areas on which you would like to concentrate while in the UK as a part of your course of study or research. …………………………………………………………………………………………..………………………………………………………………….………………………..…………………………………………………….……………………… Date ………………. Signature ………………… |
10. The last section of Part D* is a section for Personal Essay. The institution provides you with a plan how to write it. Write your Personal Essay following their instructions concerning the contents and the quantity of words.
11. Translate and try to explain these proverbs:
1. In every beginning think of the end.
2. Better one word in time than two afterwards.
3. All is not gold that glitters.
