Work and Careers
Job interviews, salary, part-time, qualifications, ambition.
a meeting where an employer asks you questions
/ˈdʒɒb ˌɪntəvjuː/I'm nervous about my job interview at the café tomorrow.
ask formally for a job or a place
/əˈplaɪ fɔː/She applied for a summer job at the swimming pool.
a move to a better job in the same company
/prəˈməʊʃn/She got a promotion after two years.
officially leave your job
/rɪˈzaɪn/He decided to resign and start his own business.
the amount of work you have to do
/ˈwɜːkləʊd/My workload doubles before the holidays.
exams and certificates you have passed
/ˌkwɒlɪfɪˈkeɪʃnz/To be a pilot you need special qualifications.
knowledge you get from doing a job
/ɪkˈspɪəriəns/They want someone with experience of working with children.
the jobs you do during your working life
/kəˈrɪə/She had a long career as a professional footballer.
stop working because you are older
/rɪˈtaɪə/My grandad retired at 65 and now he plays golf every day.
something you really want to do in the future
/æmˈbɪʃn/Her ambition is to become a vet.
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Would you prefer a part-time or full-time job? Why?
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What qualifications or experience do you need for your dream job?
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How would you prepare for a job interview?