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Writing bank

a) Complete sentences 1-16 in the questionnaire. Put the verbs in the gerund, e.g. working, or the infinitive + to, e.g. to work.

b) Read the sentences and tick only the ones that you strongly agree with. Compare your answers with another student.

с) Now see in which group(s) you have most ticks. Read the paragraphs on the right to find out which jobs would suite you. Would you like to do any of them?

d) Look at the sentences in the questionnaire. Complete the rules with the gerund or infinitive + to.

  1. After some verbs, e.g. enjoy, dont mind use...

  2. After some verbs, e.g. want, would like use...

  3. After adjectives, use...

  4. After prepositions, use...

  5. As the subject of a phrase or sentence, use...

THE RIGHT JOB FOR YOU

match your personality to the job

1. I’m good at listening to people.

listen

If you have most ticks in 1–4, the best job for you would be in the 'caring professions'. If you are good at science, you could think of medicine, for example a doctor or nurse. Alternatively, teaching or social work are areas which would suit your personality.

2. I enjoy … people with their problem.

help

3. I don’t mind … a very large salary.

not earn

4. I’d like … as part of a team.

work

5. I’m good at … quick decisions.

make

If you have most ticks in 5–8, you should consider a job in the world of business, for example sales or marketing. Other possibilities include accountancy or working in the stock market.

6. …risk doesn’t stress me.

take

7. I don’t find it difficult … by myself.

work

8. I’m not afraid of … large amounts of money.

manage

9. I’m goot at … myself.

express

If you have most ticks in 9–12, you need a creative job. Depending on your specific talents you might enjoy a job in the world of music, art, or literature. Areas that would suit you include publishing, journalism, graphic design, fashion, or the music industry.

10. I always try … my instincts.

follow

11. It’s important for me … creative.

be

12. I enjoy… .

improvise

13. …complex calculations is not difficult for me.

do

If you have most ticks in 13–16, you have an analytical mind. A job in computer science or engineering would suit you. You also have good spatial sense which would make architecture and related jobs another possibility.

14. I enjoy … logical problems.

solve

15. I find it easy … theoretical principles.

understand

16. I am able … space and distance.

calculate

Curriculum Vitae (cv)

  1. Use wide margins and leave lots of white space. It makes your CV easier to read.

  2. Use clear, easy-to-read type-face. Don’t use italics or a small type size. Be consistent with the typeface you use.

  3. Make the section headings clear and leave a clear space between sections.

  4. Separate each part of your work experience and education clearly.

  5. Don't assume the reader will know what some abbreviations and acronyms mean. If in doubt, use the full name.

  6. Don’t exaggerate your talents but don't underestimate them either. Remember to sell yourself by using positive adjectives.

  7. Watch out for grammar and spelling mistakes. Do a spell and grammar check on your computer when you finish your CV and ask someone else to check it for you.

Heading

Begin your CV with personal details including your name, address, telephone, email address and date of birth. Some people also include their place of birth, nationality and identity number. Your CV can also include an objective, describing the type of work you are hoping to do.

Body

The middle section of your CV gives details of your work experience and education. List your training, qualifications and work experience in reverse chronological order. It's difficult to know what to write early in your career. If you don’t have a lot of work experience, concentrate on your relevant free-time activities or unpaid experience.

Conclusion

End with other relevant information and your references.

For example your special skills, free-time activities, any experience in voluntary organisations or participation in sports. Offer references, although it is optional to give names and addresses. People often write References available on request.

Note: GCSE: the General Certificate of Secondary Education is taken by most British sixteen-year-olds.

GNVQ: National Diplomas are vocational qualifications for eighteen/nineteen-year-olds. Referees are people known to the applicant in a professional or academic capacity who can provide a confidential report on his/her suitability for a post.

VIP (= Very Important Person)

a) Look at the job advertisement. Which job could you apply for?

b) Complete the CV (Curriculum Vitae) with a heading from the list.

Additional information Career history Computer skills

Education Languages Personal information

Mehmet Bolat

1Personal information

Address

131 Nelson Court, London W16? UK

Telephone

mobile: 0090 535 9428190

home: 0090 322 6587688

Nationality

Brazilian

Marital status

Single

Date of birth

12th September 1982

Email

bolatmehmet@superonline.com.br

2___________________

2001–2005

Degree in physiotherapy, University of Gaziantep

1997–2001

Ataturk High School, Adana

3___________________

2006–

Junior physiotherapist at Rehabilitation Centre, Balcal: University Hospital, Adana

I work mainly with patients who need rehabilitation after an operation. In my free time, I also work as a physiotherapist for a local basketball team.

4____________________

English (CEF level B2). I have a good level of written and spoken English.

I have been studying English at a private language school for the last three years.

German (fluent). My mother is German.

5____________________

Windows XP

6____________________

Full driving licence

Member of the university basketball team

References

Available on request

The Olympic Committee is looking for dedicated, enthusiastic, and energetic people to work in different areas for the forthcoming Olympic Games. There are vacancies in the following areas:

  • Administration • Translation and language services

  • Hospitality and catering • Medical support

All applicants must be appropriately qualified and a good level of English is essential. Send your CV and a covering letter (in English) to:

Job applications: The Olympic Committee, PO Box 2456

Alper Apt. Daire 3

Turgut Özal Caddesi

Seyhan, Adana

25th April

Olympic Committee

PO Box 2456

Dear Sir / Madam,

I am writing to apply for a job with the medical support staff in the forthcoming Olympic Games.

I am a qualified physiotherapist and Ihave been working at a Rehabilitation Centre here since January 2006.1 have a good level of English, and I speak German fluently.

I enclose/I'm sending you my CV as requested.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Yours faithfully

Mehmet Bolat

Mehmet Bolat

c) Complete the Useful language box with Yours sincerely and Yours faithfully.

Useful language: a formal letter

Formal letters

Start

Finish

You don't know the person's name

Dear Sir / Madam

____________

You know the person's surname

Dear Mr / Ms / Mrs Garcia

____________

Layout style

  • Put your address in the top right-hand corner with the date underneath.

  • Put the name and address of the person you are writing to on the left.

  • Don't use contractions.

  • Write your full name under your signature.

Put I look forward to hearing from you if you would like a reply.