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Section 4    Extended Learning

 

Related Links

                

(Example job questions and tips)

http://esl.about.com/library/weekly/aa113097.htm

    http://esl.about.com/library/weekly/aa120797.htm

   http://www.englishtown.com.tw/sp/teacher.aspx?articleName=135-inter&etag=None-art135-inter&fbid=1

   http://www.eng.fju.edu.tw/~eng/con&com_databank/conversation_act/Interview.html

  (Forum on office-related English)

   http://www.english.com.tw/modules/sections/index.php?op=listarticles&secid=15

 

 

Questions for discussion

1.      What are the jobs you are interested in? Why are you interested in those jobs? What have you been doing in order to get the job you want in the future?

<Example Answer>

I am interested in jobs in IT (Information Technology). I took several programming courses at university, and I think a job in IT is quite challenging. Besides taking programming courses, I also worked part-time in a computer center when I was in college.¡@

2.      What are the aspects you consider important in your future job, besides salary?

<Example Answer>

In my opinion, it is important whether the job offers opportunities for further advancement and training or orientation for new employees.

 3.   What do you expect to learn from your future job?

<Example Answer>

I expect to sharpen my professional knowledge and skills and by doing so, contribute my abilities to the company.

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4.      How would you introduce yourself in a job interview?

<Example Answer>

I¡¦m well-organized and disciplined. For example, I pushed myself to get three certificates in banking in the past two years. I also have the certificates in TOEIC and GEPT.

 

5.      How would you negotiate a higher salary?

<Example Answer>

I really appreciate your consideration. Based on my current salary, I have something a little higher in my mind.

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6.      How do you write a good resume? How do you show your strength and avoid your weakness in an interview?

<Tips>

(1)   Write a cover letter explaining why you are applying for the job. Attach the cover letter with your resume.

(2)   A resume usually includes career objective, personal profile, qualifications or education, employment history, certifications and references. References refer to the people who are willing to recommend you for a position, such as teachers or previous employers. 

(3)   Don¡¦t be nervous when you don¡¦t know the answer to the interviewer¡¦s questions. Rather, try to direct the conversation to something you know.

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