LTA applying for a job

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• havo
• Leerjaar 3

APPLYING FOR A JOB

Learning goals

After this lesson...

- You are able to mention some words you've learned in this lesson.

- You are able to write about your personal qualities and interest to apply for a job.

- You are able to give feedback in English.

- You know which information to use in a formal letter.

Content of this lesson

- Before we start (10 min.)

- Vocabulary practice (10 min.)

- Gather information (15 min.)

- Application letter (15 min.)

- Feedback (10 min.)

Before we start

- What comes to mind if you hear 'application letter'?

- Did you ever write one?

- What would be in this letter? and why does it differ from others?

             What are the differences

between these letters?

 Informal

Formal

What words come to mind?
application letter
work

Word use when applying for a job

When applying for a job you should think of the type of words to use.

Let's practice

Exercise 2:

Try to put the words as fast as possible in the list.

Afterwards we will check the answers.

Job application

Working

Your occupation

application letter

employee

to apply for manager position

Interview

teamwork

Job application

Working

sales assistant

contact information

shift

motives

skills

overtime

Job application

Working

Income

Education

Colleague

Qualities

Objectives for future job

Serving food

Information when applying for a job

1. Gather information about the company

2. Which position is open?

3. Your experience and qualities

Let's practice

3.Research and write down your findings:

- What are they looking for? What position could you possible apply for?

- What do you like about this company? What is their vision?

Example: Kitchen assistant for Taco Bell

Qualities and Experience

Friendly, great communication skills

Learned how to work with a cash register

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Qualities and Experience

Organised, passionate for fashion, team player

No experience, eager to gain experience

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Look for: Qualities and Experience

Exercise 4:

- Why does this person think he is perfect for this job?

- What is something this person can do?

- Where has this person worked before? Why is he experienced? OR why should they consider this person for the job?

Make exercise 5 when you are done.

Lay-out

- Dear Sir/Madam, (als je de naam niet weet)

- Paragraphs (Alinea's)

- i > I

- Interest and qualities

- Focus on vocabulary (tip: try not repeating the same words)

- Sincerely,

- Name

- Name

6. Write an application letter!

The letter should have...

- 2 arguments and 2 qualities why you should get the job.

- Show knowledge of the company and job opening.

- Minimum 150 words.

- Formal letter structure. i = I

Bonus:

- Highlight 3 words related to work or job application.

7. Feedback time!

- Switch letters with your partner.

- Check the boxes in the checklist.

- Write a feedback in English.

Raise your hand if....

You are able to mention three words related to work or job application.

Raise your hand if....

You are able to write a formal letter.

What are some tips for the teacher or something you would like to do in the next lesson.