Ace Your Interview: Application Tips & Key Questions

Job Application and Interview Success

Key Professional Vocabulary

Common Roles and Professions

• Scholar
• Employee
• Publicist
• Executive Manager
• Influencer
• Photographer
• CEO
• Lawyer
• Finance Director
• IT Specialist

Essential Skills and Know-How

• Making a report
• Elaborating a Marketing Mix
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Research
• Web page development

Workplace Satisfaction Factors

• Analyzing data
• Collaborating with colleagues
• Creating slogans
• Organizing events
• Designing new products
• Earning money
• Attending events
• Having creative meetings
• Enjoying teamwork
• Preferring not to work alone
• Publicity campaigns

Office Equipment and Tools

• Account book
• Car
• Chair
• Company guide
• Computer
• Inkjet printer
• Paper
• USB drive
• Pen
• Software
• Telephone
• Virtual reality glasses
• Whiteboard

Crafting Your Application Documents

The Europass CV

The Europass Language Passport is a document in which you can record your skills and competence in languages.

Writing an Effective Cover Letter

The cover letter is a vital part of your CV. For this reason, it should be the first page, not an addition.

• Your cover letter demonstrates your writing style better than your CV.
• It points out to the employer the information showing that you have the qualities the job calls for and makes a statement about yourself and your suitability for the job. It should give the personal touch that your CV will intrinsically lack.
• Use your own words, not formal, long-winded clichés.
• Spell-check and then double-check your spelling and grammar.
• Relate your skills to the job. Show the employer that you have obtained the communication, teamwork, problem-solving, leadership, or other skills that are appropriate for the job.

Email Etiquette

Maintaining professional email etiquette is crucial during the job application process.

Common Interview Questions

Work Experience

• What does your present job involve?
• What do/did you enjoy most/least about your job?

How You Work

• Why should we hire/employ you?
• Do you prefer to work alone or as part of a team?

Personal Motivation & Ambition

• Tell us what you know about our company.
• What are your plans for the future?

Qualifications

• Why did you study at university?
• What did you learn at school that will help you here?

Interests

• What are your hobbies?
• What sports do you play regularly?

Personality

• Tell me about yourself.
• What is your greatest weakness?

Health

• How often did you have time off work/school in the past year?

Questions to Ask in the Interview

• How did the vacancy arise?
• How would I be evaluated?