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Lesson: Tips for a Job Interview

Published on February 25, 2024 | Updated on March 10, 2025

During this lesson, you will find a series of tasks that will help you learn the vocabulary and structures to prepare yourself for a Job Interview.

A job interview is a formal conversation between a job applicant and a representative of the company, such as a hiring manager or human resources professional. The purpose of the interview is to assess the applicant’s qualifications, skills, experience, and suitability for a particular job position within the organization.

Let’s get started!


Schema Activation (15 Mins)

Task 1A

Create a sentence by placing the letters in the right position


Pre-Task #1: Good or Bad Recommendations (15 Mins)

Task 2A

Write “bad advice” or “good advice” to categorize the sentences

I recommend being late to show confidence. =

You have to dress professionally. =

I suggest not preparing answers because improvising is better. =

You must maintain eye contact and show confidence. =

You should lie about your skills to impress them. =

I recommend arriving 10-15 minutes early. =

You must talk a lot and not let the interviewer speak. =

I suggest researching the company before the interview. =

You should practice common interview questions.=

You have to dress casually to feel comfortable.=

I recommend speaking clearly and confidently. =

You should check your phone often during the interview. =


Pre-Task #2: Provide Advice (30 Mins)

Task 3A

Use AI to find a piece of advice for these categories

Instructions

  1. Make pairs
  2. Find advice for the different categories
#1Dress Code
#2Punctuality
#3Communication and Tone of Voice
#4Body Language
#5Preparation and Research
#6Phone and Distractions

Task 3B

Find another person to share your ideas


Pre-Task #3: Interview Questions

Task 4A

Categorize the different type of questions you can get in a job interview

Task 4B

Match the previous question with these answers (orally)

  1. I completed courses in algorithms, databases, and software development.
  2. I want to become a tech lead or software architect.
  3. I want to excel in cloud computing, AI, and problem-solving.
  4. I want to retire as a CTO or engineering manager.
  5. I learn fast, adapt quickly, and optimize code efficiently.
  6. I am proud of my contribution to open-source software.
  7. I will gain certifications and learn new tech
  8. I am detail-oriented, motivated, and love solving complex problems.
  9. I hold Java, Python, and AWS certifications.
  10. I love solving real-world problems with technology.
  11. I have a Computer Engineering degree from UTN.
  12. I developed software, optimized databases in my previous job.
  13. I studied English and basic German.
  14. I enjoyed learning new tech and solving challenges.
  15. I worked for Tech Genius, Apple, and Microsoft.
  16. I am passionate about coding, AI, and automation.

Break (30 Mins)

Task5A

Take some time off and be back on time

I need a break

Main-Task: Interview Questions

Task6A

Be ready to answer interview questions

Instructions

  1. Make groups of four
  2. Take turns answering the questions

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Manuel Campos

I am Jose Manuel, English professor and creator of EnglishPost.org, a blog whose mission is to share lessons for those who want to learn and improve their English