英语面试——刘艳芳

Unit 6 Job Tips to Help Make Your Job Interview Successful Congratulations! Spending days, weeks, or possibly months of looking for the right job has finally paid off and you’ve been asked to come in for an interview. Then comes the biggest questio n of all, “now what?”Y ou will only have 15 to 20 minutes to “sell”your experiences, attitude, and skills to the employer---most likely without knowing what the employer wants to hear from you. It can seem overwhelming, but remembering a few key points can help make your interview successful. Research Find out a little bit about the company you want to work for. Visit the location in person if it is a store or building open to the general public. Visit the company’s website and talk to anyone you might know who works there. What kinds of products or services does the company make or sell? What types of people work there? What are the typical hours this position requires? What are some of the day-to-day tasks that the job involves? Make notes of things you want more information about and ask the employer about them at the end of your interview (it’s a good idea to have a few questions to ask the employer, anyway!). Researching a company and the position make you stand out in an interview. It shows that you are really interested in working there. Practice It sounds funny---and it looks even funny---but practicing out loud for your interview will help you sound more polished and concise and less nervous in the actual interview. List a few key things you want the employer to know about you, and review common interview questions. Formulate answers to those questions and answer them out loud while looking at yourself in the mirror. This exercise prevents you from rambling in the interview and sounding unpolished and unsure. It also helps you discover what really does make you the best candidate for the job! Dress to make a good first impression In an interview, first impressions do matter. The best way to ensure a good first impression is to dress smart. If you are interviewing for a job in an office, it is usually best to wear a dark-colored, conservative suit (for both men and women) If you are interviewing for a job where the dress code is more casual (at a factory or a construction site, for example), nice slacks and a collared button-down shirt with a tie for men and a nice dress or blouse and slacks or skirt for women are usually appropriate. Y ou should avoid wearing excessive jewellery, perfume, and flamboyant clothes. Good personal hygiene is also important. If you are unsure what to wear, you should always go with the most conservative, professional option. Most experts agree it is better to be overdressed than dressed too casually. What you are wearing tells employers a lot about how serious you are about getting the job. Be conscious of good interview etiquette This list could go on forever --- there is literally an endless array of “dos” and “don’ts”for an interview---and not everyone agrees on every aspect of that list. There are, however, some basic “interview etiquette” tips that are important to remember. Be on time for your interview.This is, perhaps, the most important. Employers expect employees to arrive on time to work. They may see a person who is late to an interview, when he or she is supposed to be showing his or her best side, as someone who will have difficulty arriving on 1 time to work or meeting deadlines if hired. Be aware of your body language. When shaking hands, make sure your grip is firm and confident. Have good posture, but avoid appearing like you’re as stiff as a cardboard cutout. Even the most experienced professionals get nervous in an interview---it’s normal. However, if you appear too nervous, the interviewer might draw the wrong conclusions abo ut your ability to do the job ---especially if it involves interacting with people! Conversely, make sure you don’t slouch--- this could give the impression that you are lazy or uninterested in the position. Maintain eye contact with your interviewer to convey confidence. When speaking, be polite and professional and avoid using slang and profanities. The more confident and polished you appear the more likely you are to leave the interviewer with a positive impression of you. Keep the interview positive.Avoid making negative remarks about any previous jobs or employers. Also, refrain from complaining about any job-related tasks or responsibilities you were given in a previous position. Employers want to hire someone who is positive, enthusiastic, and able to meet and deal with challenges. Be prepared to ask the interviewer questions. This is where your research comes in. Employers want to know if you’re truly interested in the position. They want to know that you have all the information you need to make a decision, if offered the job. It isn’t a good idea to turn the tables and “interview” the interviewer, but it is a good idea to go into the interview with a few questions in mind. This is your chance to ask additional questions about the business, the position, the requirements, and the expectations of the person who will fill the position. All of this advice comes down to three important things to remember when you’re interviewing: being prepared, professional, and polite is the best way to make the right impression! Prepare Questions ?Tell me about yourself. ?Why are you applying for this job? ?What do you know about this job or company? ?What are your major strengths? ?What is your greatest weakness? ?What type of work do you like to do best? ?What are your interests outside of work? ?What accomplishment gave you the greatest satisfaction? ?How does your education or experience relate to this job? ?Where do you see yourself five years from now? ?What major problem have you had to deal with recently? ?Do you handle conflict well? ?Have you ever had a conflict with a boss or professor? How did you resolve it? ?What are your goals in life? ?How do you plan to achieve those goals? ?If I were to ask one of your professors to describe you, what would he or she say? ?What were your favorite classes? Why? ?How has your education prepared you for your career? ?Are you willing to travel? How much? ?Is money important to you? ?What kind of salary are you looking for? five basic questions 1.Why are you here? 2.What can you do for us? 3.What kind of person are you? 4.What distinguishes you from nineteen other people who have the same skills as you have? 5.Can I afford you? The Toughest Interview Question The ‘Salary’ question Most people will tell you that whoever answers this question f irst loses. But that’s not necessarily true. If the interviewer presses you for a number, give a range. To decide on a range, think about the salary you want, your salary at your most recent position and the industry-standard salary for the job. The bottom line: the salary question is one of the most important, so you should prepare for it in advance and plan what to say. The ‘Why’ question There’s a fine line between boastful and confident. And you need to learn it. When an interviewer asks you why they should hire you, you are going to speak confidently and honestly about your abilities, but you should avoid sounding overly boastful. Aim for earnest and prepare by practicing. That’s right: stand in front of the mirror and acknowledge your abilities and ac complishments to your reflection. Tell yourself: I have a very strong work ethic. I have integrity. I have excellent industry contacts. I aggressively pursue my goals. It’s sometimes hard to praise yourself, but after a few sessions you’ll sound sincere . The Seemingly Silly Question If you were a tree, what kind of tree would you be? What if you were a car? Or an animal? These types of questions can bring your interview to a screeching halt. First, don’t panic. Pause and take a deep breath. Then remind you rself that there’s no “right” answer to these questions. The job isn’t hinging on whether you choose to be a spruce versus an oak. Interviewers usually ask these questions to see how you react under pressure and how well you handle the unexpected. It’s not so important what type of tree (or car, or animal) you choose as that you explain your choice in a way that makes you look favorable. So, be a spruce—because you want to reach new heights in your career. Or be an oak—because you plan to put down roots at the company. Either way, you’ll get it right. Asking Smart Questions ?If you hired me, what would be my first assignment? ?Where will this company be in the next 5 to 10 years? ?Assuming I do a good job for the company, where can I go from here? ?What do you enjoy the most about this company? ?Would you please tell me about the people I will be working with? ?Why is this opportunity available? ?Other than yourself, who else is involved with the hiring process? Is it possible for me to meet with them today? ?Where does this position fit within the overall organization? ?Is the leadership in your organization bottom up or top down? What is the employer looking for? ?Job skills and transferable/adaptable skills ?Flexibility ?Dependability ?Team spirit ?Productivity ?Creative Thinking and Problem Solving ?Organizational Skills & Leadership Skills ?Communication/Customer Service ?Ability to continuously learn Vocabulary adaptable 应变能力强的 civil servant 公务员 contact lenses 隐形眼镜 CV (curriculum vitae) (BrE.) 简历,履历 eat out of the same big pot 吃大锅饭 eligible 符合条件的 fringe benefits 福利 gender/sex 性别 graduating student 应届毕业 life insurance 人寿保险unemployment insurance 失业保险probation/trial period 试用期internship 实习 promote sb. based on merit 任人唯贤promote sb. by favoritism 任人唯亲 recruit 招聘,雇用remuneration 报酬,待遇 year-end bonus 年终奖 pink slip 解雇单 get the sack 被炒鱿鱼 put …on the permanent payroll 将...转为正式工talent fair 人才市场 centre for exchange of talents 人才交流中心 in-service /on-the-job training 在职培训recruitment team 招聘团 referees 证明人credentials 证明材料downsize 精简 freelance 自由职业者 pay raise 加薪 career objective 职业目标headhunter 猎头公司 (Sample 1) Resume Personal Information Name: Lu Jun Gender: Male Date of Birth: May 28, 1975 Marital Status: Single Health: Excellent Residency: Shanghai Address: Room 805, Building No. 7, Celebrity Garden, Qu Y ang Road, Shanghai, 200081 (zip code) Tel: 086-021-******** (Home) / 135******** (Mobile) E-mail: lujun@hotmail.com Personal Home Page: Job Objective & Self Assessment I am an active and innovative man with rich IT knowledge and managing experience as well as team spirit and easy-going personality. I’d like to offer my experience in IT industry in a challenging position as a senior software engineer. Education Sept. 1997 ~ Apr. 2000 MCS (master of Computer Science) Degree Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Major: Computer Science Related Coursework: Computer Programming, Java Programming, Java Security, and Java Script Sept. 1993 ~ Jul. 1997 B.S. (Bachelor of Science) Degree Shanghai Jiao Tong University Major: Electrical Engineering and Automation Minor: Business English W ork Experience Sept. 2001 ~ Present Manager of Technical Support Department Shenzhen Zhong Xing Telecom Co., Ltd. June 2000 ~ Aug. 2001 Technical Support Engineer Multi-Media Computer Ltd., Shanghai Office Honors and Awards ·Won the hono rary title of “Excellent Graduate of Jiao Tong University” in June, 1997 ·Won First Prize Scholarship in three consecutive school years (1993-1996) Skills and Certificates ·MCSE ·Certificate of system Engineer ·CET-6 (a good command of both speaking and written English) Hobbies and Interests Internet surfing, Traveling and Sports (Sample 2)RESUME Name Lo, Liguo Address Dept. of History Central Institute for Nationalities Beijing, 100081 People's Republic of China Telephone 842-0077 Ext. 3931 (O) Ext. 2024 (H) Date of Birth May 8, 1953 Nationality Chinese Education 1973-1977 People's University, Beijing Major: History 1983-1985 University of Hawaii at Manoa Major: History 1987-1991 Central Institute for Nationalities, Beijing Major: Ethnology Received Ph. D. in Ethnology, July 1991. Languages English, fluent in spoken and written Japanese and French, able to read Professional Experience 1977-1987 Assistant, Lecturer of History, Central Institute for Nationalities 1992-Present Associate Professor of Sociology, Central Institute for Nationalities Courses offered: Introduction to Sociology, Ethnology, and Policies on Nationalities. Awards and Scholarships 1977 "Excellent Student", People' s University 1980 "Outstanding Teacher", Central Institute for Nationalities 1987 Recipient of Wu Wenzao Scholarship, Central Institute for Nationalities Publications "China's Regional Autonomy Law." China Daily, 10 Dec. 1989, p. 4. "The Influence of Islamism on Chinese History." Chinese Muslims, No.4 (1990), pp. 14-16,21. A Brief History of the dews in China. Beijing: New World Press, 1993. (Sample 3)Edward Lee Homby 355 20th Ave. Columbus, OH 43201 Telephone (614) 421-5650 EDUCATION: Graduated Master of Business Administration August 1990 University of Central Florida Graduated Bachelor of Business Administration April 1984 East Michigan University Technical training Attended a two-week seminar on "Business in Today's Marketplace," sponsored by College of Business and Murray County Association o f Commerce and Industry. WORK EXPERIENCE: April 1991 International Education Services, Hong Kong, Instructor to Present Conduct education classes at different businesses at various locations. Classes include: English Language, International Business, Negotiatio n Skills, and Financial Statement. August 1988 Tasco, Maitland, Florida, Vice President of Operations to April 1991 Responsible for complete operation of all home building and home remodeling activity. Duties included setting up budgets, hiring subcontractors, materials estimation, purchasing of materials, and review of financial statements. October 1985 U.S. Home Corporation, Mailand, Florida, Manager to July 1988 Responsible for complete management of construction site. Duties included setting up budgets, hiring of subcontractors, supervision of actual construction (scheduling, quality assurance and budget control), material estimation, and review of financials at job completion. May 1984 Kelly Services, Orlando, Florida to October 1985 Account Representative/Supervisor Responsibilities included evaluation, hiring and placement of personnel in temporary positions. Established new accounts, serviced existing accounts, and maintained accounts receivable. PERSONAL DATA: Age: 30 Marital Status: single Health: excellent Willing to relocate Memberships: Student Association for Business. Journalism Club (President, 1986-87) Interests: Cycling, traveling, fishing, language studies Languages: Spanish, spoken and written (fluent), French, spoken (good) REFERENCES: Dr. John Lindsay Mr. David Reed Prof. of English General Manager 386 Washington St. Ilhnois State Univ. Somerville, MA 02143 Normal, IL 61761 Phone (617)628-0977 Phone (309) 436-9903 Or Available/Furnished upon request