Job Interviews English For Work Place Prepared By: Eng. Abdullah F. Shehadeh Department of Computer Engineering Conducted To: Dr. Dana Adas Fall 2010

Job Interviews

English For Work Place

Prepared By: Eng. Abdullah F. Shehadeh

Department of Computer Engineering

Conducted To: Dr. Dana Adas

Fall 2010 / 2011

Eng. Abdullah F. Shehadeh

INTERVIEWING

Before the Interview

During the Interview

After the Interview


BEFORE THE INTERVIEW


Research

Research -- Be able to ask intelligent ?? Library books Newspaper articles Talk to people who work for the company Visit their internet site Check Human Resource Department for press kit about

company history


Rehearsal Time

Interview with a friend Practice typical questions using a mirror and

tape recorder Create a 30-second “commercial” that

highlights your unique talents and skills


Telephone Skills

Speak clearly Say it with a SMILE Repeat time and location of the interview


Do’s

Do arrive on time -- Make a trial run before Do act enthusiastic Do have a positive attitude Do be aware of current events


Don’ts

• Don’t chew gum• Don’t give one-word, yes or no, answers• Don’t appear desperate• Don’t make yourself comfortable in their

office until you have been invited to do so

• Don’t be late


AT THE INTERVIEW

It’s

Showtime


Body Language

Good Posture Sit up straight, Sit on the edge of chair, Avoid crossing

legs and arms Inviting Gestures

Firm handshake Nod your head

Eye Contact Indicates confidence

Speak Clearly((Standard English, not slang))


Typical Questions

Tell me about yourself. What are your strengths? What are your weaknesses? What are some of your goals? Do you like working with others or on your

own?


Typical Tough Questions???

What qualities do you have that offset your lack of experience?

Are you going to move to a better job as soon as you gain experience here?

If you are faced with a deadline you can’t meet, what will you do?


Employee Questions

Whom would I be working with most closely?

How many people have held this job in the last 10 years? Where did they go?

What advancement do you see for me in five years if I have proven myself?


Questions to Avoid

Salary Research other companies, give a range

Vacations Benefits Sick leave


Final Comments

Thank the interviewer for the interview Decide a convenient time you can call on the

hiring status


After an Interview

Following Up


Evaluate the Interview

Did you speak clearly? Did you forget important information? Will you accept of reject the job offer?


Thank You Letter

Reinforce your skills and abilities Insert added information you may have

forgotten Restate your continued interest in the

company

Remember to call back at appointed time!!!!!


HAPPY HUNTING


Thank You


Thank you for your patience!

Documents

Job Interviews English For Work Place Prepared By: Eng. Abdullah F. Shehadeh Department of Computer Engineering Conducted To: Dr. Dana Adas Fall 2010