InterviewUnit 1

Unit 1 Reporting Goals Dialogues Reading Listening Writing

Goals:. Grasp how to introduce ones familyeducationhobbypersonalityspecialty and know how to get success in an interview.There are three /four /five people in my family. My father is a worker /lawyer /doctor /businessman /policemanmy mother is a nurse /teacher /officer /clerk /doctor.In my spare timeI like listening to music /reading/ doing sports /playing computer games.Im easy-going /outgoing /reserved /hard-working / tactful /responsible.Im good at writing/ communicating with others / typing / shorthand.. Learn of what a good secretary should do and what skills they should have.1. I can do a secretarys basic dutysuch as answering phone callsreceiving visitorsarranging meetingspreparing itinerariestyping memorandums and writing letters for the presidents signatureetc.2. The courses I learned in the school are secretarial principlesoffice administrationbusiness Englishpublic relationsetiquette studypsychologycomputer programmingtypingstenography and file-keeping.3. Youd better can use the office equipment such as the telex machinethe photocopierand word processor. know a little about how to repair some office equipment by yourself.

Goals:. Practise master and the resume.Learn of the basic formGrasp the basic languageSimpleclear and show the main points.. Main Drills 1. whenwherewhathow2. eg. My key-job should be being in charge of writing and revising of documentswhich is just my specialty.3. eg. I think you probably have a fair idea about what sort of job youve applied for.

New words and phrases:1.interview 2.probably 3.apply 4.secretary 5.revise6.document 7.leisure 8. describe9.reserved10.cooperate 11.tactful Dialogue One:Talking about personal affairs

Dialogue One:Talking about personal affairsMr.Anderson is having an interview. He wants to learn of the interviewees background including his/her familyeducationpersonality etc. A: Interviewer B: Mr. AndersonA: Good morningMr. Anderson. Nice to meet you .B: Good morning. Take a seat please. WellI think you probably have a fair idea about what sort of job youve applied for.A: Yes. I applied for the secretary. My key-job should be in charge of writing and revising of documentswhich is just my specialty.B: Good. Firstlycould you tell me something about yourselfA: What would you like to knowSirB: How many members are there in your familyA : Three. My fathermy mother and I.B: How do you spend your leisure timeA: I read or play ball games when Im free.B: Whos your favorite playerA: Yaoming. He is my idol.B: Would you describe yourself as outgoing or more reservedA: Im outgoing. I like keeping in touch with various people and cooperating with others. I enjoy calling a spade a spade and hate talking in a roundabout way. But I take my work very seriously .B: What kind of people do you like to work withA: People who are hard-workingtactful and humorous.

New words and phrases:Dialogue Two:Talking about work experience 1. specialize 2. itinerary 3. memorandum 4. stenography

Dialogue Two:Talking about work experience Miss Chen is having an interviewLets see how she introduce her experience and her specialty for her future workA: interviewer B: Miss ChenA: Ive looked over your resumeMiss Chen. I see youve had little experience in secretarial work.B: Yes. Ive just graduated from university. I specialize in English secretarial studies. But I used to be a temporary secretary in a firm during my holiday.A: What did you do thereB: A secretarys basic dutysuch as answering phone callsreceiving visitorsarranging meetingspreparing itinerariestyping memorandums and writing letters for the presidents signatureetc.A: What courses did you take in the universityB: Secretarial principlesoffice administrationbusiness Englishpublic relationsetiquette studypsychologycomputer programmingtypingstenography and file-keeping.A: Well. It seems that you have grasped the basic skills to be a real secretary. But we have special demands for language. Can you speak any other languages besides EnglishB: I can speak a little Japanese and German. A: How is your shorthand skillB: I can take a dictation in English at 130 words per minute.A: Can you skillfully operate the computerB: Yes. I have NCRE certificaterank 2. I can skillfully use DOSWindowsand Office 2000.

New words :Dialogue Three:1. qualified Talking about working ability and specialty

Dialogue Three:Talking about working ability and specialty A: interviewer B: intervieweeA: Do you think you are qualified for the jobB: I think so. My capability for learning and workingmy strong willingness to pursue perfection makes me the right one for the job.A: What are your strong points and weak pointsB: My weakness is that I am a poor talker. I know thats not good. And I have tried my best to improve it. But I have more strengths. Im patient and logical. The more pressure I havethe better I work. I also like developing new things and ideas.A: Do you know how to deal with office machineryB: Yes. I have experience in using the telex machinethe photocopierand word processor. I can repair the duplicating machine by myself.A: Can you receive and post E-mail and download information through the Internet.B: Yes. I have my own E-mail address. I left it on my resume to make it easy for you to connect with me

New words and phrases :Dialogue Four:1. bonus 2. notify 3.contract 4. intrview Talking about treatment

Dialogue Four:Talking about treatment Do you know what you should learn about your future jobsuch as your salaryyour working hours and your treatment, etc?.(A: interviewer B: intervieweeA: What do you want to from the jobB: I want to make good use of my specialtyimprove my individual abilityget respect from others and get a sense of achievement.A: What salary would you expectB: I am not familiar with your companys paying system. But I hope I can support myself .On the other handIm a new hand in this fieldI pay more attention on my development and the opportunity you can offer me .A: I believe we can offer you 1000 yuan a month at the start except bonus and overtime pay. Would that be satisfactoryB: YesI am quite satisfied. Shall I have Three-insurances and One-fundA: You will get it after three months probation period. Do you have any other questionsB: How about the working hoursA: From 9:00 to 12:00 AMand 2:00 to 6:00PM. Our working staff have 3weeksholiday a year including public holidays.B: When shall we sign the contract if I become a member of youA: It will be in the late part of this month. You must have a health check-up first. We will notify you later.B: Thank you. I have no questions.A: OK. Thats all for today. Its been nice talking with youMiss Chen. Well inform you in writing within one week if you are accepted. Thanks for coming for the interview. See you.B: Bye-bye.

Dialogues:Notes:Notes1. My key-job should be in charge of writing and revising of documentswhich is just my speciality.key-job key-universitywhich2. I enjoy calling a spade a spade and hate talking in a roundabout way.call a spade a spade3. When shall we sign the contract if I become a member of youif

Exercises:Dialogues:. Fill in the blanks with the suitable expression. 1A: ___________________Mr.Black. Ive come for an interview. My name is Wang Xin. B. Please sit downMr. Wang_________________. I see from your resume that youve ever been a secretary before.A: ____________________. I have been a secretary for two years since I graduated .B: Why did you decide to have a changeA: Because ________________________________________ B: What did you do thereA: Well_______________________such as taking dictationanswering phone calls and typing letters and so on. B: Can you handle reportA: YesI know _____________________________________________________________ B: What kind of office machinery can you useA: I know the way ____________________________________________________________B: Very good. We will contact with you within a week.Good morningNice to see youYou are right.the company where I worked closed downI did a secretarys dutyHow to write summaries and keep minutes at meeting and so onto use the telex machine,the photocopier, and the word processor.

Exercises:Dialogues:. Fill in the blanks with the suitable expression. 2A :Can you skillfully operate the computerB:YesI can. I have ___________________________________________.A: __________________________________________can you useB: I can skillfully use DosWindows and Office 2003.A: Do you have any certificates on computerB:YesI have _____________________________________________________.A: Do you have any other certificates besides thatB: YesI have a _____________________________________.A: Can you speak any other languages apart from EnglishB: YesI can. I can _______________________________. I believe ______________________________________.Five-year experience in operating computerWhat kind of softwareNCRE certificate, rank 2Cambridge Business English Certificatespeak a little Japanesemy Japanese fluence is quite good

Exercises:Dialogues:. Fill in the blanks with the suitable expression. 3A : Do you have any questions to ask meB: Yes. _______________________________A: Not often. But sometimes you have to. ___________________________________B: It doesnt matter if it is no more than two times a month. One more thing _____________________________________________A: How much do you needB: _____________________________________________1500A: I think youre worth the compensation. B: ___________________________________________________A: A three-week paid vacation a year and you can also get Three-insurances and One-fund.B: Thank youSir. No more questions.Do I usually work overtimeDo you mind going on business tripDo you mind going on business tripMay I ask about the payId like to begin with 1500RMB a monthWhat sort of benefits do you offer to your employee

Exercises:Dialogues:1. I applied for the secretary. My key-job should be in charge of. Practice speaking with the prompts as shown by the examples given below. writing and revising of documentsanswering phone calls and receiving visitorsarranging meetings and preparing itinerariestyping memorandums and writing letters,Which is just my specialty.

Exercises:Dialogues:. Practice speaking with the prompts as shown by the examples given below. read or play ball games listen to musicplay basketballsurf the internetIWhen Im free.

Exercises:Dialogues:3. I like . Practice speaking with the prompts as shown by the examples given below. keeping in touch with various people and cooperating with others.facing the challenge.making fiends.improving myself continuously.creating and practicing.

Exercises:Dialogues:. Practice speaking with the prompts as shown by the examples given below. The more pressure The more experienceThe more knowledgeThe more chanceI have, the better I work.

To be successful in an interview Reading:

Looking for a job is a tough period in a persons life. To be successful in a job interview, you should demonstrate certain personal and professional qualities during a period of 30 minutes. You must leave a deep impression on the interviewers. After al, you should present your most attractive qualities during an interview

NotesReading

1. To be successful in a job interview, you should demonstrate certain personal and professional qualities during a period of 30 minutes.to be successful302. Then one should list his work experience, starting with the most current or the most recent position and continuing in reverse chronological order.3. You should be perfectly groomed.groomed4. You should be flexible, indicating you could fit in other jobs in company that might be available.5. You should write a thank you note to the interviewer.

Exercises:. Choose a suitable word or phrase to replace the underlined one.

Reading

1. Looking for a job is a tough period in a persons life.A. hardB. pleasantC. difficult2. To be successful in a job interviewyou should demonstrate certain personal and professional qualities.A. showB. actC. take part in 3. He was astonished by the current news.A. in common B. of the present time C movement4. And the first task in job hunting is the preparation of a fairselling resume.A. equal B. average C. good5. Her drawing won a commendation from the visitors.A. praise B. criticism C. appreciation

Exercises:. Read the passage carefully and check your understanding by doing the multiple choice exercises.Reading1. How can you be successful in a job interviewA. You should show your certain personal and professional qualities in a short time.B. You should care about your out looking.C. You should bring a carefully designed resume.D. All above2. Whats included in a resumeA. summarization of ones major accomplishment and working experienceB. education backgroundC. personal information such as hobbies etc.D. All above3. Which of the following is not true about a good resumeA. briefB. specificC. accurate D. detailed

Exercises:Reading. Read the passage carefully and check your understanding by doing the multiple choice exercises.4. What should a good resume be likeA. brief and specific B. specific and accurate C. briefspecific and accurateD. brief and accurate5. How to express your thanks to the interviewerA. write a thank you note B. have a phone call C. call on the interviewer D. visit the interviewer

Listening:A: interviewer B: intervieweeA: Would you _________________me something ________________your familyB: There are five in my familymy grandparentsmy parents and I. My grandparents are retired. My father works in a bank and my mother is a business woman. A: Excuse me. What is your mothers__________________B: She is a business woman. A: Do you have any___________________B: Yes. I like playing Ping-pong. A: _________________are you studying and whats your _____________B: I am studying at Beijing University. My major is English.A: How is your study________________ _______________B: My teacher think highly of me. I am always the top three.A:_____________ _________________ _____________ _______________ do you think you haveB: I am quite active and energetic.A: How do you _________________ __________________ __________________ othersB: Very well. I keep close contracts with my classmates and former colleagues.A: Whats your main consideration__________________ __________________ ____________________B: The interest. You wont devote to it if you dont like something.A: Have you ever done any _____________________workB: Nobut I was specially trained for that sort of job.A: What are your _____________________ for being a stenographerB:I can type seventy words per minute and I take shorthand at eighty-five works per minute.A: Can you skillfully __________________ the computerB: YesI can. I have much experience in operating computer.A: ________________ do you ____________________ __________________ going on business tripB: It doesnt matter if it is no more than three times a month.A: What would you do __________________we do not offer you the jobB: In that casefirst I feel very sorry for my not being able to serve youthen while I am brushing up my majorI have to search for another company to realize my dream.tellprofessionabouthobbiesWheremajorcomingalongWhatkindofyourinwithalonggetpersonalityfeelHowoperatequalificationssecretarialjob-huntingaboutif

Exercises:Listening:. Choose the best answer. 1. How many people are there in the interviewees familyA. 5B. 6C. 4 D. 32. What character do you think the interviewee haveA. outgoingB. humorous C. modestD. reserved3. How many words does she can write down per secondA. 6 B. 9C. 10D. 74. How many times are suitable for her to go out on a business trip per monthA. three times B. four times C. five times D. six times5. What will she do if she are rejectedA. she will stop looking for a job.B. she will go back to school for a continuing education. C. She will look for another job.D. She will try it again.

Writing:Resume Qi ZhengJilin University of Changchu in Jilin Mail Box: 130000Tel:0431-8718... (Home)Mobile Phone: 136.CAREER OBJECTIVESecretaryPERSONAL PARTICULARSAge: Sex: FemaleDate of Birth: 1978.3.12Place of Birth:ChangchuMarital status: unmarriedWORK EXPERIENCEDec/2000 Accounting Intern. Hunan Intelligent Public Accounting Firm Review the Financial statementsJuly/2001 Accounting Assistant Intern. ZhuzhouTorch Engineering Limited Co. In Hunan.EDUCATION1997/09--2000/06 Jilin University

Writing:SKILLSTyping:I am familiar with OFFICE family systems and INTERNET and INTRANET Shorthan:92wpmCorrespondence and report writingWord processing:Microslft wordLanguage: English, very Good; Chinese (Mandarin), fluent; Cantonese, good AVAILABILITYAnytimeSalary Expected: RMB1500REFERENCE:Will be furnished upon request