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A letter of application. At an interview

Today we are going to find out about some jobs that teenagers can do and talk about your future job!

There are many part-time jobs that you can do as a teenager!Listen to the description of a job and decide what job it is.

1. It’s a popular job for teenagers. You’ll have to take care of a babywhen the parents are not at home.

It’s a babysitter!If you know how to engage a child into fun activities, if you are helpful and responsible, then this job is for you.

2. Are you good at Math? At English? Do you know how to explain it to others? Then you should think about becoming.......

A tutor. A tutor helps with school subjects that students find difficult. As a tutor you have to be polite and helpful. The duties are simple. You need to help with the homework and test preparation. It’s important to give feedback about the work of a student. Do you think you could work as a tutor? Moving on!

3. It’s a great job for summer holidays. You will be responsible for the supervision of the camp and campers.

A camp counselor. A camp counselor is a real leader. You need to be really energetic and enjoy working in a team. Be prepared for a lot of outdoor activities, like hiking, football and canoeing with the campers.

4. The duties of this job include: visiting the homes of the clients to take pets out for daily exercise.

A dog walker. The job can be a good fit for those who love animals. If you don’t mind long walks then it’s a good idea for a part-time job.

5. You have to generate ideas for the videos, edit and post them on You. Tube. Also, you have to interact with the audience, own a camera and add a dash of creativity.

A blogger. Bloggers usually choose a specific topic for the videos: lifestyle, travelling, entertainment or education. Do you dream of becoming a blogger?

A letter of application (it is also known as a cover letter). What is it? It is a document sent with your CV or resume. The letter of application is intended detailed information on why you are a qualified candidate for the job.

Ex.1, p.16 Look at the letter

Ex.1, p.16 Look at the letter. Useful phrases for a formal letter of application. How do you start a letter of application?Salutation. Dear Sir / Madam, (If you do not know their name.)Dear Mr Jones, / Dear Mrs Smith, (If you are given their name, you MUST use it, but NOT their first name)

Ex.1, p.16 Look at the letter. Reasons for writing the letter of application. I am writing to apply for the post/position of … as advertised in …I am writing with reference/in response to your advertisement, which I saw …I am writing in connection with your advertisement in the Daily Star on May 11th …With reference to your advertisement … -I would like to apply for the job of __________ as advertised in this month’s issue of ___________.

Ex.1, p.16 Look at the letter. Reasons for applying for the job. I like working with ________ and I would enjoy the challenge of _________I have just finished school and in October I will be starting a degree course in _______ I am therefore very keen to gain experience in _________

Ex.1, p.16 Look at the letter. Interests / Skills / Experience. I gained some experience while …I am currently working as …I have been working for … for the last four years. I worked part-time for three years as …At the moment I am employed by …My qualifications include …I have a diploma in …I graduated from Barcelona University last year with a degree in …Please find attached my CVAs you can see from the attached CV …My interests include ____For the past ____ years I have been working as a / in a ...

Ex.1, p.16 Look at the letter. Suitability for the job. I feel I have the necessary _______ and _______ to make a positive and enthusiastic contribution to your _______ and I hope you will consider my application favourably. Availability for interview. I am available for interview at any time and look forward to hearing from you soon.

Ex.1, p.16 Look at the letter. Ending the letter. Thank you for your attention. I look forward to receiving your reply. Please do not hesitate to contact me if/should you require further information. I look forward to hearing from you. I am available for interview at your convenience. I shall be available for interview any day apart from Wednesdays. Signing off. Yours faithfully (If you wrote “Dear Sir / Madam”)Yours sincerely (If you wrote “Dear Mr Jones”)

Making a good impression at an interview. When you have an interview for a job or for work experience, you are almost always in competition with other people, so it is very important to make a good impression.

Making a good impression at an interviewp.19

Homework. Think what kind of firm you would enjoy a placement with. Write your CV and a letter of application in English. Ex.3, p.16