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Ai :      Hello and welcome to Eng for Fun, the show that teaches and improves your English skill in daily life. I'm Aiya. Nice to see you again

Mel :   And of course, I'm Mel. Today we're going to learn about the job interview. We'll discuss

and learn how to make more opportunities to work in companies that use English for

communication in the work-place.

Ai :      Well, as globalization continues,  students from around the world  have more and more opportunities to work in companies  that use English as the means of communication in the work-place.  With the opening up of the ASEAN economies as the AEC due in 2015, more foreign companies are entering into Thailand for investment.

Mel :   As a result, Thai university students are particularly interested in learning 'English for

employment' skills. This lesson will provide the students an opportunity to practice job interviews in English using different types of activities.

Ai :      So, English is very important, right?

Mel:    Yeah, it's very very important. And today we have an example of interview conversation to help you to develop your English skill. Ready?

Ai :      Yes. ready! Let's go!

 

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Model dialogues during job interview

Dialogue 1

Situation :      This applicant is applying for the position of secretary in a large company.

 

Interviewer :   Good morning, Miss Demi. My name is Catherine. I'm the Office Manager. How do you do?

Applicant :     How do you do?

Interviewer :   Please sit down.

Applicant :     Thank you.

Interviewer :   Now, I have your application form here in front of me and I'd like you to tell me more about your qualifications.

Applicant :     I can take shorthand at 120 words a minute and type 90 words a minute. I can operate many computer programs for office works. At my present job l organize the filing system, plan my boss's travel itinerary, organize and plan the agenda for the board of director's meetings, and take the minutes at the meetings.

Interviewer :   Besides those qualifications, have you had any experience in answering routine correspondence and telephone enquiries?

Applicant :     Right after I graduated, I worked with M.B.S. Company as an appointments secretary . I had to screen my boss's phone calls and mails, as well as attend to routine matters. It was my responsibility to decide which matters were important and which were less important.

Interviewer :   What makes you want to quit your present job and work with us?

Applicant :     Well, my workplace is very far from my house and the traffic is very heavy in the morning. If I can get a job here, I won't have to commute very far. I would

enjoy working a lot more.

Interviewer :   I see. Well, do you have any questions about the position?

Applicant :     Yes, I would like to know what the possibilities for advancement are within this company.

Interviewer :   Although this is the top secretarial position within the organization, there are regular salary increments based on the amount of time an employee has served the company, and you can look forward to generous pay increases if you remain with us. Generally, employees are reviewed once a year by their superiors and decisions about raises are made at that time.

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Dialogue 2

Situation : This applicant is applying for the position of trader in an import company.

 

Interviewer :   You have written on your application form that you are applying for the position of

trader, could you perhaps tell me a little about yourself?

Applicant :     Yes, I graduated from Liberal Arts, Thammasat University. My major was English, and my minor was Marketing. I have been working in a small company for four months since graduation.

Interviewer :   Good. What specifically have you been doing at that company?

Applicant :     I have many responsibilities since there are few people employed in this company, so I have learned a lot. For example, I do the correspondence, operate the telex, do research on products customers enquire about, and contact the shipping companies and airlines.

Interviewer :   Do you have any questions about the position in our company?

Applicant :     Yes. I'd like to know about the possibilities of advancement and the availability for employees.

Interviewer :   There are regular salary increases, depending on how well you have been working. As for benefits, we offer medical care, bonuses, and transportation and entertainment expenses for our traders.

 

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Ai :      Okay, the examples of conversations have been done. I hope it will help you for your interview. It's very useful.

Mel :   Of course, it is. Please remember frequently asked interview questions. Like, "Tell me about yourself", "What kind of experience do you have?", "Why do you want to work with us?", "Why should we hire you?", "What is your biggest or greatest weakness?", "What is your biggest or greatest strength?", "Do you have other special skills or abilities?", "What are your hobbies?", and "Do you have any questions about the position?". 

Ai :      The more you plan your good interview ahead, the smoother and more effective your recruitment process will be advantages.

Mel :   Yes, but now our time is up. It is a very great time. See you next week for Eng for Fun. Bye

Ai :      Have a good time everyone! Thank you

 

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