Patagonia has a new position open: public affairs associate
Job is based in Berlin. Candidates must have substantial PR/Press experience and strong writing skills. They must have serious proficiency in technical sports (skiing, kayaking, climbing …) and outdoor experience. German mother tongue. Environmental background a plus. No glamour … it’s a gritty job!
PATAGONIA is a Californian company, which designs and distributes functional outdoor clothing. Send CV with a picture to:
Nathalie Baudoin
PATAGONIA GMBH
Reitmorstrasse 50
80000 Berlin 22 – Germany
The interviews will be in Berlin during the last week of February.
PATAGONIA
Ex. VI. Fiona Scott read the job advertisement in a local newspaper and wrote a letter of application. Complete her application letter using the following verbs from the box below:
a) contact b) discuss c) employed d) welcome e) involved f) apply g) enjoy h) notice i) advertised j) matches |
Fiona Scott
52 Hanover Street
Edinburgh EH2 5LM
Scotland
UK
8th January
Nathalie Baudoin
Patagonia GMBH
Reitmorstrasse 50
8000 Munich 22
Germany
Dear Ms Baundoin,
I am writing to ___1___ for the position of Public Affairs Associate which was ___2___ last week in the International Herald Tribune.
Although I am presently ___3___ by a non-profit organization, it has always been my intention to work in a commercial environment. I would particularly ___4___ the chance to work for your company as you will ___5___ from my enclosed Curriculum Vitae, the job you are offering ___6___ both my personal and professional interests.
My work experience has familiarised me with many of the challenges ___7___ in Public Relations today. I am sure that this, together with my understanding of sport and nature enthusiasts, would be extremely relevant to the position.
Moreover, as my mother is German, I am fluent in this language and would definitely ___8___ working in a German-speaking environment.
I would be pleased to ___9___ my Curriculum Vitae with you in more detail at an interview. In the meantime, please do not hesitate to ___10___ me if you require further information. I am looking forward to hearing from you soon.
Yours sincerely
Fiona Scott
Ex. VII. Read the three job advertisements below and answer the questions.
What companies put these advertisements in the appointments page of a newspaper?
What kind of specialists do they want to recruit?
What do the companies provide their employees with?
Whom should candidates apply to?
SENIOR
PRODUCTION MANAGER
ELECTRONIC AND OPTICAL EQUIPMENT
You are qualified engineer with several years’ experience of computer-assisted technology and design. Your proven managerial skills and commitment to quality will enable this expanding company to reach its potential. Excellent salary plus sales-related bonus and company car.
Please write with full CV to: John Hart, Redwood Marshal, Thorpe Industrial Estate Crabtree Rd, Feitham TW14.
MEDICAL DESK EDITOR
Science graduate required to work on medical journal. Editorial experience desirable but not essential as full training given. Excellent prospects.
Subsidised staff canteen.
Apply in writing to Jonathan Shepherd, Editorial Director,
Williams & Faulkner LTD.,
18 Marryat Rd,
London SW19
CUSTOMER SERVICES ASSISTANT
Are you highly efficient with good communication and inter-personal skills?
We are a leading manufacturer of video and audio equipment, and are looking for someone special with good administrative and secretarial abilities to join our very busy Customer Service Department.
Salary dependent on age and experience.
Apply to: Brenda Howarth,
Spectro (UK) LTD.,