ADVANCED 3

WEEK 4
DAY 2

1. What are some ways that you search for jobs?

2. Have you ever searched for jobs on the internet?
3. What do you think is the best way to search for jobs?
4. Is it important to network when searching for jobs? Why or why
not?
5. What are the most common ways to search for jobs in your
country?
6. Have you ever read any ads on a job-search website? What
information did the ads ask for?
7. Do you think it’s a good idea to apply for jobs you
find on the internet? Why or why not?
A. Check your understanding

What are scammers?

People who try to trick other people into revealing their personal
What do scammers do to try to cheat people?
information.

They place false ads

What are three things you
online. should not put on your application or give online?
Your social security number, student ID number, bank account numbers, credit card
How can you protect yourself from scammers?
information.

Research the company, don’t post personal information, visit the

company.
B. Build your vocabulary

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!! BREAK !!
 Before You Read

Have you ever filled out a job application? What was the job?

What kind of information do you think employers want to know about you?

A. Check your understanding

1. T F Writing specific numbers for salary requirements is
advisable.
2. T F You don’t need to answer every question on a job
application.
3. T F False statements on a job application can cause you to
lose your job.
4. T F You should only write positive things about yourself.
5. T F Gaps in your work history should not be
mentioned at all on the application.
 B. Build your vocabulary
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found out

ended up

C. Summarize the reading

Work with a partner and take turns restating the main points. Then work
together to write a summary. Include the following:
1. reasons to fill out a job application properly
2. tips for a successful job application
Homework

Prepare a speech about how

to protect yourself against
scammers.

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