9. Read aloud paragraphs 1—3.
10. Explain the following references.
... refer to it in the first sentence of your letter, using the reference code if there is one.
What do the pronouns // and one refer to?
This will ensure that your application goes directly to the right person in the organization.
What does the pronoun this refer to?
If you heard about it through someone already working for the company ...
What does the pronoun it refer to?
... mention their name and position. What does the pronoun their refer to?
... focus on any of your current skills or responsibilities that correspond to those requested.
What does the pronoun those refer to?
Remember these points when you answer questions during the interview.
What does the pronoun these refer to?
16. You are applying for a job as ... (indicate any job you want). Practise the following interview questions. Discuss the answers with your groupmates.
Can you tell me a little about yourself?
What kind of training or experience do you have in this field?
Do you have a job now?
What are your responsibilities?
Why do you want to change your job?
What were your responsibilities in your last job?
Why did you leave your last job?
What do you think are your greatest strengths?
What do you consider to be your greatest weaknesses?
Why do you want for this company?
Why are you interested in this job?
Do you want to work full-time or part-time?
What salary do you want?
When are you available to start?
Do you have any questions for me?
You are going to interview each other for your jobs, taking it in turns to be the interviewer and candidate (interviewee). Use the above dialogues as a guide.
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NAME |
Michael Danford | |
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ADDRESS |
54 Dryfield Road Oxford | |
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CB4 5DS | |
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UK | |
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TELEPHONE NUMBER |
01254 2386254 | |
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E-MAIL ADDRESS |
mdanford@mail.uk | |
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DATE OF BIRTH |
22 March 1989 | |
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EDUCATION | ||
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2005-2009 2000-2005 |
Oxford College of Architecture Richmond Street Oxford ВС 9 8YB Watford Comprehensive School Leeds CB3 | |
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QUALIFICATIONS | ||
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2009 2008 2005 |
Bachelor of Architecture (Landscape Architecture) Certificate of French Language Centre, University of London (General Course) General Certificate of Secondary Education: English, Mathematics, General Science, design and Technology, French, Art, and History | |
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WORK EXPERIENCE | ||
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October 2009 to present January 2006 - May 2008 |
Landscaper at Design Victoria, Oxford Temporary job as a designer at Morris's Design Organisation, Inc., Oxford | |
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March 2006 - April 2008 |
Saturday and holiday job making drawings at DM I, Oxford | |
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OTHER INFORMATION |
English — native, French — fluent; driving licence | |
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INTERESTS |
developing CAD programmes, member of the town football team, | |
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photography, and playing the piano | |
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REFEREE |
Dr. Smith Head of the Department of architecture Oxford College of Architecture Richmond Street Oxford ВС 9 8YB | |
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62 Steadman Rd. Clapton, E5 9HA (701) 552-3201 e-mail: architeet@mail.uk
15th September, 2011
The Personnel Department Attn: Richard Johnson Brown, Smith & Partners 7 Nelson Street, Office 324 London W2 1 ED Re: Project Architect Position Dear Mr. Johnson -4 Please accept my application for the position of Project Architect as advertised in the Architectural Record, 2011. I am a dynamic and ambitious architect with five years' experience in various projects and construction of industrial and commercial buildings. Since graduating from the University of London with a Master's degree in Architecture, I have worked in several well-known architecture and design companies. I possess impeccable technical and computer skills with advanced knowledge of Auto CAD, Microsoft Office and Adobe. My attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills ensure that every project I work on is done accurately and to the highest possible standard. I am comfortable working as part of a team but also have the ability to take an authoritative role when the situation arises. My verbal communication skills make me an effective communicator with clients I work with. I am excited about the chance of working for Brown, Smith & Partners as I have admired the company since I first started studying Environmental Design. My enclosed CV clearly demonstrates my interest in sustainability and the way in which my skills and experiences are compatible with this role. I look forward to the opportunity of discussing my application with you further.
Yours sincerely, Michael L. James End.: CV |