Задание 11. Прочитайте информацию о сопроводительном письме и ответьте на вопросы:

1. Is the letter of application as important as resume?

2. What is to be written in the letter to produce a favourable impression?

3. What is the most important thing to write in the letter?

The letter of application (also called the covering letter) can be as important as the CV in that it often provides the first direct contact between a candidate and an employer. If this letter is not well written and presented, it will make a poor impression. The letter of application normally contains three or more paragraphs in which you should:

1. confirm that you wish to apply and say where you learned about the job;

2. say why you are interested in the position and relate your interests to those of the company;

3. show what you can contribute to the job by highlighting your most relevant skills and experience;

4. indicate your willingness to attend an interview (and possibly say that you would be free to attend).

Задание 12. Прочитайте и переведите сопроводительное письмо. Какие слова и выражения могли бы пригодиться вам при написании своего письма. Выпишите их.

Dear Sir or Madam

I am writing in reply to your advertisement in the European News of June 12^th for the post of Sales Manager in your European Division.

I am aged 27, of German nationality, single, bilingual German/English and am currently employed as Freight Coordinator with Federal Express (Deutschland) in Dusseldorf where I responsible for freight movements to and from the US and the UK. I have held this post for three years now and would welcome an opportunity to work in Britain.

I now have a total of 5 years’ work experience in freight forwarding, having completed a 2 ½-year training course as a freight forwarder with Kuhne & Nagel, Dortmund, where I stayed for a further two years after completing my training period before taking up my current post at Federal Express.

My current performance-related salary is in excess of $30K p.a.

I enclose a full curriculum vitae and the names of two referees as stipulated.

I look forward to your reply at your earliest convenience.

Yours faithfully ….

Задание 13. Расположите элементы сопроводительного письма в логическом порядке. Какие из фраз вы считаете неуместными?

1. Anyway, you can send me an e-mail at the above address. Or call any time.

2. I enclose my resume and a completed application form.

3. Do you want me to send a resume? I haven’t prepared one yet, but I guess it shouldn’t take me too long.

4. So, I can come over and see you this week? You see, I’d like to get things together as soon as I can.

5. Since I graduated, I have been working with a small firm that arranges home loans.

6. To the position of Financial Assistant, I would bring up-to-date knowledge of computer programs used in financial analysis.

7. I received a diploma in finance a couple of years ago and right now I’m working for a friend’s business.

Задание 14. Завершите сопроводительное письмо, вставив необходимые слова: contact, apply, discuss, enjoy, employed, notice, welcome, advertised, involved, matches.

Dear Ms Baudoin,

I am writing to ……….. for the position of Public Affairs Associate which was …………… last week in the International Herald tribune.

Although I am presently ………. by a non-profit making organization, it has always been my intention to work in a commercial environment. I would particularly ………….. the chance to work for your company and as you will ………. on my enclosed curriculum vitae, the job you are offering ……. both my personal and professional interests.

My work experience has familiarized me with many of the challenges ……. in public relations today. I am sure that this together with my understanding of the needs and expectations of sport and enthusiasts, would be extremely relevant to the position. Moreover, as my mother is German, I am fluent in this language and would definitely …… working in a German-speaking environment.

I would be pleased to ……. my curriculum vitae with you in more detail at the interview. In the meantime, do not hesitate to …… me if you require further information. I look forward to hearing from you.

Yours sincerely,

Fiona Scott

Задание 15. Стремясь устроиться на работу в большую международную компанию (задание 10), подготовьте резюме и сопроводительное письмо.

Задание 16. Прочитайте письмо и расскажите о чем оно.

Dear Mr. Smith,

I am pleased to inform you that you have been short-listed for an interview for the position of Financial Adviser at Morgan Finance. Your interview has been scheduled for Friday, April 13 at 1 p.m. Please confirm that this date and time are convenient for you. An e-mail reply will suffice.

Regards

Roger Davis.

Задание 17. Ниже приводятся фразы и вопросы, которые могут иметь место при проведении интервью. Какие из них вы считаете существенными? Почему?

1. Your name, address and telephone number.

2. The title and reference number of the job.

3. Your date of birth.

4. Your marital status.

5. The name and address of present (past) employer.

6. Your hobbies and leisure interests.

7. The sports you play.

8. Details of all the jobs you have had.

9. The languages you speak, read or write.

10. Details of examination you passed at school.

11. Details of professional diplomas or degrees you have gained.

12. Details of training courses you have attended.

13. Details of your achievements and responsibilities in your working career.

14. Your suitability for the job advertised.

15. Your reasons for applying for the job.

16. Details of your present (last) job.

17. Your current (or last) salary.

18. The salary you would expect to receive.

19. The names and addresses of two or three referees.