Block 2 of 6 · Real English
Finding a Job
CVs, cover letters, interviews and first impressions — the English you need when you’re ready to start working.
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AVocabulary — Job search expressions30 min
10 expressions you need when looking for work
These are the real expressions used in job applications, interviews and the workplace. None of them can be guessed from Spanish. Click each card to reveal the meaning and example.
Fill in the blanks — job hunting conversations
Context: Three people are talking about looking for jobs and going to interviews. Complete each line with the correct expression.
Click a word from the bank, then click the blank where you want to place it.
cover letter
shortlisted
stands out
notice period
follow up
references
1. I’ve been for the job! They want me to come in for an interview next week.
2. Your is just as important as your CV — it’s your chance to explain why you want the job.
3. What really in her application is her international experience.
4. Could you ask your old boss to be one of your ? You need two for this application.
5. I want to on my application — I sent it two weeks ago and haven’t heard anything.
6. I’d love to start in January, but my current contract has a one-month .
BGrammar — Present perfect & conditionals in interviews30 min
Grammar focus — Present perfect for experience + interview conditionals
Present perfect for experience (connecting past to now):I have worked in retail for two years. / I’ve never done this type of work before, but… / Have you ever dealt with a difficult customer?
Conditionals in interviews (describing hypothetical situations):
If I were in that situation, I would… / I would probably ask my manager for advice. / If I had more experience, I would…
Choose the correct form for each interview situation
Select the most natural and correct option for each interview question or answer.
Reorder the interview sentences
Context: These sentences are typical interview answers, but the words are in the wrong order. Drag to build them correctly.
Drag and drop each word to build the correct sentence.
CListening — A job interview monologue30 min
Context: You are going to hear James, 22, from Manchester, describing how his first job interview went. He talks about what he did well, what went wrong, and what he learned. Listen carefully and answer the questions.
Press Play to listen. You can change speed and replay. The transcript appears after your first listen.
James — My First Job Interview
Ready to play
Comprehension questions
DInterview simulation — Answer well30 min
Matching — interview question types
Context: Interviewers ask different types of questions. Match each question with its type — this will help you prepare the right kind of answer.
Click a question on the left, then click its matching type on the right.
Interview simulation — choose the best answer
Context: You are being interviewed for a part-time job at a busy coffee shop. The interviewer asks you several questions. Choose the most effective and professional answer each time.
Read each interview question carefully. Choose the answer that would impress the interviewer most.
ECV writing — Structure and language30 min
CV language — matching verbs to descriptions
Context: CVs use strong action verbs to describe what you did in a job or at school. Match each action verb on the left with the description it best fits.
Click an action verb, then click its matching description. Complete all 6 pairs.
Write your personal profile
Context: The personal profile is the first thing an employer reads on your CV — it should describe who you are, what you’ve done and what you’re looking for. Write 40–60 words.
Use the sections below to build your profile. Write in English as if this were a real CV for a part-time job you want.
Who you are Your level of study + one key quality
e.g. «A motivated A-level student with strong communication skills…»
What you’ve done Relevant experience, skills or achievements
e.g. «I have experience in customer service, having worked part-time at…»
What you’re looking for What kind of role and what you want to learn
e.g. «I am looking for a part-time role where I can develop my…»
Total words: 0 / 60 (aim for 40–60)
highly motivated
I am keen to develop…
proven ability to…
seeking a position where…
I thrive in…
FRegister — Job applications vs everyday chat30 min
Sort the expressions — formal job application or casual chat?
Context: You’re applying for a job. Some expressions are appropriate for a cover letter or interview. Others are fine with friends but would look wrong in a professional context.
Click an expression to select it, then click the correct zone.
Cover letter / interview
Too casual / with friends
Improve these sentences — make them more professional
Context: A candidate has written these sentences for a cover letter. Each one has a register problem. Choose the improved version.
Select the more professional version of each sentence.
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Finding a Job
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