3A4F -- Applying for a job (writing 03)

3A4F -- Applying for a job

(writing 03)

This is a job seeking ad. Let's read it together. Don't forget to ask about vocabulary.

Open Ended

Now, open up your books to page 54 and answer these questions: Does Pablo respond to all the information in the job ad? Is he a good candidate for the job? Justify your answers.

Multiple Choice

Answer exercise 03 in which you match sections 1-6 with the information they contain (a-f). Which order is the correct one?

• 5 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 1 - 6

• 1 - 3 - 5 - 2 - 6 - 4

• 3 - 2 - 1 - 6 - 5 - 4

• 3 - 1 - 4 - 6 - 5 - 2

We write cover letters to indroduce ourselves when we apply for a job. We usually send them with our resumé ( = curriculum vitae)

• Respond to the information in the job ad. What skills, experience, and qualifications are they looking for?

• Organize your letter so it is brief, easy to read, and makes the employer want to find out more about you.

• Use formal language (especially: don't use contractions)

• Use formal greetings ( Dear Sir/Madam -- Yours truly -- Sincerely yours)

Prepositions are very important in formal writing.

Multiple Choice

I am writing to apply _______ the internship position.

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Multiple Choice

I have recently completed a degree _______ journalism.

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Multiple Choice

I am extremely interested _______ the position.

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Multiple Choice

I am responsible_______ producing social media posts.

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Multiple Choice

Thank you _______ considering my application.

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Poll

Which job would interest you the most?

• Assistant to a sports coach

• Intern at a Maker Space

• Selling comic books.

• Game designer and coder

• Social media creator in the fashion area.