INTERVIEW( ssag- p: 99) a. Which of the following documents/tasks are you required to submit for your prospective job/graduate program application?

INTERVIEW( ssag- p: 99)a. Which of the following documents/tasks are you required

to submit for your prospective job/graduate program application?

CV Transcript/Diploma Letter of Intent Portfolio Application Form Exam

CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

b. Has preparing these documents helped you in any way to

prepare for the job/graduate program interview? If so, how?


AN APPLICATION STORY (p: 100-101)Read the following account of a job interview and answerthe questions that follow.

1. In the text find word(s) which mean(s):a. Fulfilled_________________________b. Before___________________________c. A careless mistake_________________d. Speak hesitantly____________________e. Appropriate______________________ ANSWERSa.Grantedb.Priorc.Blunderd.Stammere. Well-suited


2. Write definitions or synonyms for the following phrases that are underlined in the text:


A- Responded to: answered/applied to

B- Eager to: willing to/keen on

hired/employed

give/transfer to someone

to repair something in a hurry

in response to

make plans/schedule

answered(the call)

C- Recruited for:

D- Pass along:

E- Patch up:

F- In reference to:

G- Set up:

H- Picked up:

3. Why, in your opinion, did Miles give up on calling the applicant in for an interview?

The applicant was unprofessional/unprepared/did not have a specific position or aim in mind.

4. If the applicant could turn the clock back to the beginning of his application process, what would he possibly do differently?

He would know which position he would apply for/be prepared for such a call/wouldn’t have made an application at all.


PREPARING FOR A JOB INTERVIEW

Up to now, you have prepared your documents for your application which, ideally, should pave the way for an interview. The interview is a crucial step in the recruitment process.

Now, listen to Alison Doyle’s recommendations on how to prepare for a job interview and complete the table below.



Before the interview During the interview

Relate the answers to the job itself,

Don’t hide information,

Don’t say you don’t have weaknesses but talk about how you can overcome them,

Use positive language,

Don’t run down your previous employer,

Don’t sound overambitious,

Use body language effectively,

Mention achievements and experience that are relevant to your application.

Find out what sort of interview you’re going to actually be having,

Research yourself; think about the skills,

Start to research the company to find out about them,

Try to use some relaxation tecniques.

Think about and prepare for types of questions that they might ask you in relation to that job role,

Strengths, and weaknesses you have,

RememberWhen called for an interview, confirm the location of the interview and be there 10-15 minutes before the interview, neither earlier nor later.

Bring extra copies yo your CV and go over the information in it.


More Tips on Preparing for a Job InterviewIn order to be well-prepared for an interview, you

should know what is important for the interviewer. Most interviewers make an assessment considering 2 main factors.

a.Personality of the intervieweeb.His/her academic/professional qualifications and

competence for the job.


Personality of the Interviewee

It involves what kind of a person you are. What areyour personality traits? Are you sociable or shy, flexible

or strict? What are your values? What are your hobbies and interests? The interviewer would try to

know about your personality by asking direct questions or observe your manners and attitude

during the interview.


For example

He may ask you to talk about your interests which is a direct way, BUT !!!!!!

He may also indirectly test your ability not to lose temper in unexpected situations by interrupting you,or pretending not to be listening to you.


As an individual and as a candidate, know your strengths for the job you would like to get and for the company you have applied to.


PRE-INTERVIEW TIPS(ssag-p:81) Knowing your own values and expectations, apply for the

position you are interested in rather than sending out your CV to whatever position is avaliable on the market.

Research the institution well before making your application.Knowing the organization, the field and the position will make a good impression on the employer.

When called for an interview, confirm the location of the interview and be there 10-15 minutes early.

Bring extra copies of your CV and go over the information in it.

Go over possible questions that you might be asked during the interview.


Prepare questions to ask the interviewer. Prepare yourself mentally for the interview.Be prepared for different types of interviews.


TYPES of INTERVIEWSMatch the types of interviews with the correct definitions in

your book.1-Distance interview – (5)2- One on one interview-(1)3-Presentations-(7)4-Group interview-(4)5- Panel interview-(2)6-Case interviews-(8)7-Mealtime interview-(6)8- Behavioral interview-(3)


How to Act During the Interview

1.Greet the interviewer, smile, shake hands, and introduce yourself.

2.During the small talk you have at the beginning, be cooperative but do not extend it.

3.Be nice even if you don’t like the interviewer.4.Do not disparage your previous employers5.Be attentive, listen carefully6.Be self-confident, but don’t overestimate your

competence.


7. Be honest about lack of experience but do not apologize for it. Instead try to prove how effective you can be with the skills you have.

8. Pay attention to your posture. Do not sit in a way unacceptable in that culture.

9. Do not rush into an answer without waiting for the interviewer to finish his question.

10. Establish eye contact while listening and speaking.11. If the question is not audible or clear to you, kindly ask

the interviewer to repeat or clarify it.12. Give clear and relevant answers, avoid answers that are

too short as well.


13. Avoid asking too long quetions and do not ask several questions at a time. Don’t bring up salary and benefits in the beginning.

14. Speak up don’t mumble. Speak at a normal pace, not too fast, not too slowly.

15. Pay attention to your pronunciation.16. In the end, thank the interviewer for his time.


MORE INTERVIEW TIPSBeing too intimate with the interviewer may work against

you in a one-on-one interviewMake sure you are in a quiet room, and you are not

eatingor drinking during a phone interviewEstablish eye contact with all interviewers at a panel

interviewDo not order anything too epensive at a mealtime

interviewAs behavioral interviews look for weaknesses in your

answers, be well-prepared for possible questions related with achievements and weaknesses in your background


In a group interview, be neither too loud to drown others out nor too quiet that you are not noticed by anyone.

It is important to look and speak confidently in a presentation

In case interviews, make sure you understand the situation by asking clarifying questions and underlying assumptions. Then state your recommendations or /and solutions

Which of the interview types do you find challenging?Why?


ATTENTIONLow energy of the candidate is a chief cause of

rejection

EMPLOYERS LOOK FOR THREE MAIN TRAITS; POSITIVITY, RESPONSIBILITY AND

COMPETENCE


LANGUAGE STUDY(ssag-p:120-121

The type of language a candidate uses in a job interview is as important as the first impression. Speaking with the right level of formality, using more powerful words rather than the weak ones, and paying attention to grammar are the key elements in conveying the information effectively.


Use passive voiceE.g: As the work has not been completed in time, the

conditions for payment reassessed. Start with ‘There’, ‘It’, ‘One’E.g: It is important that you submit your assignments

before.... Prefer single-word verbsE.g: Not wanting to tolerate the bad conditions


Avoid contractions in writingE.g: We would like you to....... Use appropriate connectorsE.g: Our website is updated regularly. We therefore ask you

to check.... Use formal structuresE.g: We regret to inform you that your project has not been

selected.


Prefer complex sentencesE.g: Many caregivers working in our company administer

medications and injections in addition to taking on household chores and shopping.


Now your turnExercise-1(ssag-p:123)Write down one sentence for each of the following situations

assuming you are writing an e-mail in each case. Pay attention both to the title of the sender and to that of the receiver to determine the level of formality.

1.(Employer to applicant)-İnform the applicant that he is hired.-We are pleased to inform you that you have been accepted to

the position of XX in our company.2. (Employee to counterpart in another country)-Inform him of

the attached documents to the e-mailCANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

Attached you may find a copy of the XX document you are requested.

3. (Employee to collegue in the same office)-Remind him of the rescheduled meeting.

Make sure to show up at the meeting tomorrow morning4. (Professor to students)- Ask them to check the given

website for the further information.You may visit.... Website to get further information and

examples on the topic.


5. (Student to professor)- Ask him to check the given website and to state whether he finds it useful.

Would you be kind enough to check the ..website to tell whether or not it would be useful for my research.



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INTERVIEW( ssag- p: 99) a. Which of the following documents/tasks are you required to submit for your prospective job/graduate program application?