Английский язык. Стандартизация и метрология. Учебное пособие

1. Приветствие и концовка.

Если Вы знаете имя человека, которому пишете, то Ваше приветствие звучит какDear Mr. (Mrs., Ms. Smith), а в конце письма Вы пишете Yours sincerely.

Если Вы не знаете имени человека, которому пишете, то в начале письма Вы используете выражения Dear Sir or Madam или

To Whom It May Concern, а в конце Yours faithfully.

Письмо может содержать следующие разделы:

2. Ссылка на предыдущие контакты.

Вы можете начать либо со слова Subject:_, либо с выражения типа:

With reference to_

I thank you for the letter of 2 June. Further to our telephone conversation, _

3. Просьба.

I would be grateful if you could_

I would appreciate it if you could _ Could you please _

4. Пояснение причины написания.

I am writing to inform/ apply for/ request/ etc.

5.Выражение благодарности.

Thank you for__

We were very pleased to_

6.Сообщение о вложенных документах.

Please find enclosed/ attached_

7.Извинение.

I regret that__

I am afraid that__

8.Напоминание о срочности последующих действий.

As you may recall_

_at your earliest convenience. _without delay.

_as soon as possible.

9.Подтверждение фактов.

I am pleased to confirm that_

We confirm that_

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1. Заполните пропуски в письме, приведенном ниже.

Dear Mr. Watson,

__(ссылка) your letter of 26 August, _

(подтверждение) my participation at the Sales Workshop in October. _ (просьба) if you could send me the program.

_ (приложение документов) some suggestions for contribution. _(сожаление) that I will not have the chance to see you before the workshop but_(концовка) to meeting you in October. Yours_(концовка)

J. Hardy.

1.We were pleased to . . . (receive/ get/ send) your letter of September, 26.

2.With . . . (relation/ reference/ connection) to our telephone conversation we would like to tell you the following.

3.We would welcome... the (desire/ reason/ opportunity) to cooperate with you.

4.We have ... (decision/ permission/ pleasure) of inviting you to visit our company.

5.We would be grateful if you . . . (may/ should/ could) come to see us next week.

6.If you have any . . . (problems/ questions/ inquiries) do not hesitate to contact us again.

7.We would . . . (want/ like/ appreciate) if you give us a ring.

8.We would like to continue this... (trend/ tradition/ communication) with the educational program.

9.We look forward to .. . (hearing/ listening/ seeing) from you

soon.

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3.Напишите ответ на следующее письмо. P. Watson

Sales Manager Pan

Engineering Unit3

We have pleasure in inviting you to our annual conference. It will take place at the Sheraton Hotel, Glasgow from 15 to 18 April.

We enclose details of the conference, accommodation arrangements and a provisional program.

We would appreciate it if you could confirm your participation at your earliest convenience.

Yours sincerely, J. Cooper

Conference Organizer

Ваш ответ должен содержать следующую информацию:

-ссылку на письмо, приведенное выше;

-подтверждение Вашего участия в работе конференции;

- запрос на получение более детальной информации о ее программе.

PART V.

EMPLOYMENT

(ОК-15, ОК-17)

1. Запомните следующие слова и выражения:

apply for a job – подавать заявление о приеме на работу; application form – анкета, заявление;

letter of application / Cover letter – сопроводительное письмо; career objectives – карьерные цели;

experience – опыт;

CV (Curriculum Vitae, resume) – резюме;

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approach – подход;

look for a job – искать работу.

2. Заполните пропуски в тексте следующими словами:

Qualifications, application, experience, interview, section, CV.

Looking for a job

I thought it would be quite easy to find a job when I left school, but it’s been really difficult. I look through the job (1)_____ in the local paper every week, but everybody seems to want people with lots of (2) _____ and I didn’t do very well at school. I’ve sent my (3)

_____ to dozens of companies in the local area but nobody has got back to me. I must have filled in at least thirty (4) _____ forms and I’ve only had one reply. I went for an (5) last week but it didn’t go very well – they said they wanted someone with more (6) _____, but I’ve never had a job. Sometimes I wonder if I’ll ever find anything.

3. Прочитайте и переведите текст.

Employment Documents

The purpose of any education or training is further employment. Finding employment takes hard work in itself; so does finding a better position once employed. A wide variety of skills is required for almost any job, anything from taking instructions to giving them, from being supervised to supervising. Often what makes a prospective applicant stand out is the attitude that comes through in the cover letter.

A cover letter/ letter of application is necessary in the following situations: (a) when answering a specific ad from the newspaper, (b) when writing to a specific person whose name you got from someone else, and (c) when writing to a specific company that you feel is a good place for you to get a job. The letter has one main objective: to interest the employer in your qualifications so you will

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get an interview. It should accompany either a CV/ resume or a completed application form.

A letter of application should be prepared very carefully. It can decide whether an employer will pass it to the personnel department with the note, "This looks worth a follow-up," or will quietly drop it into the nearest wastebasket. Employers receive many letters and cannot pay attention to all of them; if you want yours to "set you apart," or to attract attention, observe the following rules.

·Whenever possible, address your letter by name to the appropriate person in the company.

·Use standard-size, good-quality white bond paper.

·Type the letter or have it typed. Make sure there are no errors!

·Be very careful with spelling and punctuation.

·Be brief — your letter should take up no more than a page. Businesslike letters will receive more attention. Three paragraphs is an ideal length.

·In your first paragraph, mention the job you are applying for and where you saw it advertised. If you are not applying for a specific job, identify yourself, mention who referred you, if anyone, and why you are applying to this company.

·In the second paragraph, state (a) why you think you are qualified for this job; (b) what contribution you can make to this company; and (c) any related work experience. If in the past you worked for a good company, it is important to mention that. Tell how many years of experience you have and add that you are enclosing a resume. Mention your most outstanding qualification as stated on the enclosed resume.

·The closing paragraph should ask for an interview and say where and when you can be reached. You may suggest that you will phone for an interview. Make sure you telephone the company within a week after mailing the letter.

·Keep a copy of every letter you sent.

The purpose of mailing any letter of application and resume is

being granted an interview. If you are lucky, remember the following things. What we do is often more important that what we say. The way we dress, the way we walk, the way we sit and where we sit, the

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way we look or don't look at other people, how early or late we are — these things, which are all elements of nonverbal communication, are responsible for over 60 percent of the impression we make on other people. Keep in mind that the employer is not only considering the way you speak, but is looking at you as a whole. Don't underestimate the importance of qualities other than job skills, which you can bring to the job: maturity and life experience, responsibility, willingness to learn new things, willingness to work hard, ability to adapt to difficult situations, initiative, pride in your work, dependability, creativity, or the ability to work in an organized way. These are qualities to emphasize.

When you leave an interview, thank the interviewer for his or her time and consideration. Ask when you will be notified of the company's decision. Most companies will inform you within two weeks. If you have not received an answer after a reasonable amount of time, follow up with a letter or telephone call.

Of course, you may decide on the basis of your interview that you do not want the job. If you are offered the job, ask for a day or two to consider the offer and then inform the interviewer what you have decided. Never accept a job and then fail to show up. Keep in mind that employers in the same field often know each other.

Unprofessional behavior with one employer could cause you trouble with another employer.

4. Ответьте на вопросы.

1.Why is it difficult to find a good job?

2.What qualities are of value among employers?

3.How should cover letters be prepared?

4.In what cases do people write these letters?

5.Why should one prepare for an interview?

6.What personal qualities should one emphasize during the interview?

7.How will you behave after the interview?

5. Прочитайте и переведите сопроводительное письмо.

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Sample of Cover Letter

Dear Ms. Robinson:

With reference to your Ad in today's Financial World, I would like to be considered for the above-mentioned opening.

My recent position is a bookkeeper of finance department. I was hired by this company eight years ago and have profound experience in this field. I appreciate the opportunity to work on my own initiative and to take a certain amount of responsibility.

Since my present position offers little prospect for advancement, I would prefer to be employed in an expanding organization such as yours. I tailor to a position of bookkeeper in your company.

Please find enclosed my resume where I present myself.

I hope to attend an interview at any time convenient to you. I can be contacted at: 211-5762 after 6 p.m.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Yours sincerely,

John Pogodin

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CV writing tips

Your Curriculum Vitae, or CV as it's more commonly known, is your chance to show off your skills and experience in less than two pages. You should update your CV regularly, and tailor its content to each individual job that you are applying for. It should be clear, coherent and completely accurate without any mistakes whatsoever. A good CV is one which has its content laid out very clearly and briefly so that it can be easily scanned.

CVs differ according to what role you are applying for and what previous experience you would like to demonstrate.

However, generally, you should include: Personal details: name and contact details.

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Personal profile: no more than three or four lines stating your career objectives and goals.

Education: state in chronological order.

Experience: both paid and unpaid; state in reverse chronological order.

Positions of responsibility, achievements and interests. References.

Don't be afraid to take key phrases and headlines from the job specification of the position that you are applying for - employers notice that kind of attention to detail and it'll help you

make a good impression.

Avoid humour, quirky fonts and unnecessary graphics in your CV. It should be presented in an organized in a clear way and not detract from its content.

in his field. Perfect knowledge of up-to-date computer software and

New York Bookkeeper. In charge of account books and statements. EDUCATION (1988-1993)

1994 REFERENCES

Moscow State University. Moscow, Russia, Master (Economics). Courses in marketing.

Available upon request.

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7. Заполните пропуски в тексте следующими словами:

Unemployed, was sacked, be made redundant.

Unemployment

a)Office worker, Luke Bradshaw, lost his job yesterday. He

(1)____when he was discovered using the internet to book his holiday during work time. Mr. Bradshaw was amazed by his employer’s decision. He said, “Everybody uses the internet at work – the company can’t sack us all!”

b)Around 250 workers at the BMW car plant in Birmingham face unemployment after the company announced that it plans to close the factory next year. 100 men will (2) ____at the end of January and a further 150 I June. The closure will have a devastating effect in an

area where 15 % of the adult population is already (3) ____.

Синонимы.

was sacked = was fired, unemployed = out of work, be made redundant = lose jobs.

You are dismissed, sacked, or fired if you do something wrong at work or if you do not work to the required standard. You are made redundant when the company closes or does not have enough work.

8. Прочитайте и переведите текст.

Interview Techniques for Work Placements

One of the most important things to remember when you go for a job interview is that the company already like the sound of you, otherwise they wouldn't be interviewing you for the role.

So the best thing to do is be yourself and take the opportunity to showcase your personality, skills and experience as much as you

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can.There are, however, a few techniques that will help you come across the best you can in an interview situation.

Firstly, body language. Make sure that you maintain regular eye contact with the people interviewing you. It's important to present yourself as friendly but professional, so also remember to smile, stand up straight and don't slouch. A firm handshake will also make a good impression, and this is another time where good eye contact is vital.

Make sure you are comfortable throughout the interview. This means turning up about ten minutes early (which also helps to make a good impression) so that you are not in a rush and arrive looking flustered. Go to the toilet before your interview, and if you're feeling nervous have small drink of water.

Check your appearance before the start of the interview. You should also use this time to ensure that your phone is set to silent, that way you know you are confident that you are 100 % ready for the interview without any interruptions.

Throughout the interview itself, don't be afraid to take your time to answer the questions put to you. If you are unsure how to answer, take a deep breath and pause for a moment before beginning. The interviewers will know that you will have to think before answering some questions, and it is certainly better than rushing into answering a question before you know where your answer will be going. If you are unsure what they are asking, don't be afraid to ask them to repeat or clarify the question.

A good way to approach some questions is with the STAR technique - Situation, Task, Action, Result. Some questions will require you to provide an example of how you have demonstrated your skills in certain situations, and the STAR technique helps identify and explain this in a structured and memorable way.

Remember to be specific with your answers and try to relate them to your experience, skills and the company as much as possible.

Don't forget, the people interviewing you know and expect that you may be nervous so there's no reason to be embarrassed about feeling so. Try to channel your adrenalin to project your confidence instead.

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