Unit 3: Applying for a job

Question 1

having a strong liking or enthusiasm for something

Answer 1

passion for

• She has a passion for customer service and problem-solving.

Question 2

exciting and difficult

Answer 2

challenging

• The job is challenging but offers great opportunities for growth.

Question 3

where things happen quickly

Answer 3

fast-paced

• He enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.

Question 4

available jobs

Answer 4

openings

• The company has several openings for customer service assistants.

Question 5

to have someone as your boss

Answer 5

report to

• In this role, you will report to the Customer Service Manager.

Question 6

prior experience in a particular type of work

Answer 6

previous experience

• No previous experience is necessary for this position.

Question 7

all the necessary training for the job

Answer 7

full training

• Full training will be provided for successful candidates.

Question 8

a job

Answer 8

post

• This post offers excellent career development opportunities.

Question 9

opportunities for promotion and advancement

Answer 9

career prospects

• The company provides strong career prospects for talented employees.

Question 10

the ability to lead others

Answer 10

leadership qualities

• Candidates must demonstrate strong leadership qualities.

Question 11

a salary as good as or better than competitors’ salaries

Answer 11

competitive salary

• The job comes with a competitive salary and benefits package.

Question 12

additional perks provided by the company

Answer 12

benefits package

• The benefits package includes a healthcare plan and subsidized meals.

Question 13

partly paid for by the company

Answer 13

subsidized

• Employees receive subsidized meals in the company cafeteria.

Question 14

to make your application better than others

Answer 14

stand out

• Her well-written cover letter helped her stand out from the other applicants.

Question 15

a letter sent with a job application

Answer 15

cover letter

• Don’t forget to include a cover letter with your CV.

Question 16

connected to the job or role

Answer 16

relevant to

• Mention any studies or training relevant to the role.

Question 17

dealing directly with customers

Answer 17

customer-facing

• This role requires strong customer-facing experience.

Question 18

practical, direct (not theoretical) experience

Answer 18

hands-on

• The internship gave her hands-on experience in marketing.

Question 19

a person who works well in a group

Answer 19

team player

• He is a team player who collaborates effectively with colleagues.

Question 20

experience managing others

Answer 20

managerial experience

• In my previous role, I gained valuable managerial experience.

Question 21

area of business or activity

Answer 21

field

• She is interested in pursuing a career in the banking field.

Question 22

polite way to start a letter when you don’t know the recipient’s name

Answer 22

Dear Sir or Madam

• The cover letter began with “Dear Sir or Madam.”

Question 23

polite way to end a letter when you don’t know the recipient’s name

Answer 23

Yours faithfully

• The letter concluded with “Yours faithfully, Rebecca White.”