This is a simulation task activity about preparing oneself for an interview.
Task 1
Read these tips from our expertsThe Undercover Recruiter
The Balance Careers
Career Advice Advanced
Task 2
Go through the following points and discuss what the articles in Task 1 say about them.
A: Pick out what you are going to wear on your job interview.
B: Practice greeting your interviewer.
C: Study your resume and know everything on it.
D: Practice your answers to the most common interview questions.
E: Research the company and the job position you are applying for.
F: Find out the type of interview you will be going on.
G: Print out the directions to the interview and be on time.
E: Follow up the interview with a Thank You note.
Task 3
Do you agree with these tips and why?
Share your interview experiences.
Share your interview experiences.
Task 4
Answer these questions.
- Describe your work style?
- What is an appropriate outfit?
- How will you greet your interviewer?
- How do you handle pressure?
- What do you need to prepare from your resume?
- Tell me about yourself?
- Why do you think you are the right person for this job?
- What genuine and / or relevant question will you ask?
- What type of interviews have you been to or know about?
- What will you write after the interview?
- What are your passions?
- How do you fit in with the job description?
- What is your greatest weakness?
- What motivates you?
Task 5
Match these questions to the tips A to E in Task 2
Match these questions to the tips A to E in Task 2
Task 6