2. Read and translate the dialogues. Play out one of them.

Dialogue 1

• Hello! I read an advertisement about job openings in your company, and I’d like to make an appointment with the personnel manager.

• What position do you want to apply for?

• Manager. Financial department.

• I am very sorry, but the vacancy is filled. I wish you had telephoned the day before yesterday!

• I would have telephoned if I had been in the country. But I arrived only today.

• Where did you read the ad?

• In the “Spectator”, the “Want” page.

• You know, we still need an accountant. I suggest that you try your hand in accounting. If you do well, there might be a promotion to the top position.

• Let me see. OK. When I see the personnel manager?

• Your name please.

• Sarah Guerra.

• Miss or Mrs.?

• Miss.

• You are not a resident, are you?

• No. But I’ve got a work permit for three years.

• I see. OK, Miss Guerra. You are to come on Wednesday, the third, at 10.30, office 1023. The personnel manager will speak with you.

• What documents must I take with me for an interview?

• A resume, any certificates that you have to verify your education, qualification background and work experience.

• I can also submit three letters of recommendation from the places where I used o work.

• OK. They might be useful.

• Should I fill out a job application form?

• You’ll make it later, after you have spoken with the personnel manager.

• Thanks, goodbye!

Dialogue 2

• Very well, Miss Guerra. So, you’re saying you worked with “The Simpsons Brothers” for three years and you also worked with “Motorola”. For how long?

• Well, actually, I worked with “Motorola” part-time, and I had a full-time job at “The Simpsons”.

• I see. It’s all in the letters of recommendation. OK. What else would you like to know about this job? The salary?

• Yes, and, of course, the vacation.

• Well, we can offer you the annual salary of $28,000.

• Is it net salary?

• No, it’s a gross pay. Not too much, I should say, but if you demonstrate excellent performance and skills you can ask for a pay-rise.

• In addition, there are different benefits and premiums.

• That’s interesting.

• And you’ve got a paid vacation.

• By the way, how about the sick leave? I do not mean that I am going…

• Oh, no. I understand. Of course, all our full-time employees have paid sick leaves. And the company also pays for our insurance policies.

• That sounds great!

Dialogue 3

• Margaret?

• Yes. Hello.

• Good afternoon. My name’s Michael Morin. Sorry to keep you waiting.

• That’s all right. I have enjoyed your company brochure. It looks very impressive. It’s nice to meet you at last.

• Thanks. Have you traveled far to us today?

• Quite far. I’m staying in London, so I came on the train this morning.

Dialogue 4

• Good afternoon. Royal Palace Restaurant. How can I help you?

• Hello. My name is Ben Coogan. Could I speak to Mr. Patricola in Restaurant department?

• I’m afraid he’s in a meeting. Can I take a message?

• I’m not sure. I was calling to see if there are any vacancies in your department. I’m a recent College graduate, and I’m very keen to work for your restaurant, because of your excellent reputation.

• Actually, I think there is a vacancy. There was an advert in The Times last week. Have you seen it?

• No. Do you have a copy to send, please?

• Of, course, but you have to be quick: the closing date is the day after tomorrow.

Dialogue 5

• Good morning, sir.

• Good morning. Come in, Mr. Jones, isn’t it? Please, take a seat and fill in this application form…How long were you in your last job with Alpha?

• Five years. I’m only leaving because the firm is moving to another city, but I think a change will do me good.

• Have you got any questions for me?

• What will my responsibilities and obligations be during the first year?

• First of all to be responsible for our contacts with English partners. You will need to skillfully negotiate for and buy equipment. The job will involve much travelling.

• I see.

• So tell me what are your three main strengths?

• I think they are: reliability, loyalty, and energy.

• OK. Do you work under pressure?

• Yes. I’m accustomed to working under pressure.

• Are you a leader, an entrepreneur by nature?

• Yes, I think so.

• All right. Now, Mr. Jones, I am quite prepared to offer you a job with us. You have excellent references from your previous job. You’ll start on $450 and if you do well we’ll review it after three months. The hours are from 9.00 to 17.30., with an hour for lunch and a fortnight’s holiday. Does that suit you? Any questions?

• What about travel? Where will I go and for what length of time?

• Mostly for England for not longer than a month.

• All right. When do you want me to start, sir?

• In a week, if possible.

• OK. Thank you very much. Goodbye.

• Goodbye.

Dialogue 6

• Well, Mr. Abdulkader, сan you tell a bit about yourself? Where are you from originally?

• I’m from Algeria, but I’ve lived in Kuwait and worked in other countries a lot.

• How long have you worked in the oil industry?

• Well, I’ve been diving for about six years.

• Where did you do your training?

• I originally trained in Kuwait, but I’ve also done course in the UK.

• When were you in Azerbaijan?

• I went there two and half years ago and I’ve worked on the same rig ever since.

• Have you done any in-service training courses?

• Yes, I’ve done dive courses and first-aid training quite recently.

• Your English is very good. How long have you studied English?

• Thank you! It’s not that good, but I’ve studied English properly for two or three years. I also learned it at school, but I didn’t work very hard then.