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INTERVIEW ETIQUETTE
It's vital that you prepare for the interview with your advisor or summer job employer. These tips will help you. • Rehearse. There are several questions that will be asked during an interview: "Why do you want to work here?" "What are your strengths and weaknesses?" So be prepared with insightful answers. • Brush up on Body Language Don't: sit with your arms and legs crossed, keep your hands in your lap, twirl your hair. • Dress and smile. It's always better to overdress than underdress. A dark suit (jacket and pants or skirt) and a crisp white shirt, and clean, professional shoes will be perfect in most cases. Smile naturally!
• Ask questions. Such as details about the type of work, the corporate culture, and the typical career path. And don't be scared to speak up: not asking questions can signal that you're uninformed or uninterested. • Send a proper "Thank you" note Express your thanks for the interviewer's time and for the chance to learn more about the company. No need to go overboard and—please—do not send a gift or flowers after the interview (yes, it's been done).
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Look at the pictures and tell what postures are appropriate and what are not during an interview. Why?
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Let's do an interview
a) Read the information about some summer jobs for teens. Think of the qualities
needed for these jobs and complete the table. b) Read the Interview Skills box and practice an interview for different summer jobs
using questions from “rehearse" section. Summer job
pet-sitter
Responsibility Watch and feed pets while the owners are away. ? Qualities needed
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dog walker Walk dogs while families are at work or on vacation. You must love dogs - and be willing to scoop up their poop!
house sitter
baby sitter
flyer distributor
Live in the house while the owners are away. This job might include pet or plant sitting, maintenance. ?
Watch children while their parents are away. ?
Hand out flyers to promote events, venues or sales. ?
