🧾 Topic: Job Interview
🎯 Objectives
By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:
Understand common job interview questions and how to answer them
Use formal and polite English during an interview
Introduce themselves professionally
Express strengths, weaknesses, experiences, and career goals clearly
1. Key Vocabulary
Word / Phrase Meaning / Use
Applicant /
The person applying for a job
Candidate
Employer /
The person who gives the interview
Interviewer
A document showing your work and education
Resume / CV
background
Position / Role The job title being applied for
Experience What you’ve done before (jobs, internships)
Strength /
Positive and negative personal traits
Weakness
Qualifications Education, certificates, and skills
Hire / Get hired To get the job
Salary
How much you expect to be paid
expectation
Availability When you can start working
💬 2. Useful Expressions
🔹 Starting the Interview
“Good morning. Thank you for having me.”
“It’s a pleasure to meet you.”
“I’m excited to be here today.”
🔹 Talking About Yourself
“My name is Hana, and I recently graduated from…”
“I have a background in…”
“I’m passionate about…”
🔹 Talking About Strengths and Weaknesses
“My strength is that I’m hardworking and reliable.”
“One of my weaknesses is that I sometimes overthink, but I’m learning
to manage it.”
🔹 Talking About Experience
“I worked as a teacher for two years at…”
“During my internship, I learned how to…”
🔹 Closing the Interview
“Thank you for your time today.”
“I look forward to hearing from you.”
“Have a great day!”
📚 3. Grammar Focus
Simple Present
“I work as a marketing assistant.”
“I handle customer inquiries.”
Present Perfect
“I have worked in education for five years.”
“I’ve developed strong communication skills.”
Simple Future
“I will bring dedication and creativity to this role.”
“I will start immediately if I get hired.”
📝 4. Common Interview Questions and Sample Answers
Question Sample Answer
“I’m a motivated person who enjoys working in a
“Tell me about
team. I studied Business and have experience in
yourself.”
customer service.”
“What are your
“I’m detail-oriented and good at solving problems.”
strengths?”
“What are your “I sometimes take on too many tasks, but I’m
weaknesses?” learning to delegate.”
“Why should we hire “Because my skills and experience match your
you?” company’s goals.”
“Where do you see “I hope to grow within your company and take on
yourself in five years?” more responsibility.”
“What do you know “I know your company values innovation and
about our company?” teamwork, which aligns with my goals.”
“When can you start?” “I’m available to start next week.”
🎭 5. Sample Dialogue
Interviewer: Good morning. Please have a seat.
Applicant: Good morning. Thank you very much.
Interviewer: Can you tell me a little about yourself?
Applicant: Sure. My name is Hana. I graduated in English Education and
have been teaching for three years.
Interviewer: Why do you want to work here?
Applicant: I admire your company’s focus on creativity and teamwork. I
think my background fits well with your goals.
Interviewer: What are your strengths?
Applicant: I’m organized, patient, and good at managing time.
Interviewer: Do you have any questions for us?
Applicant: Yes, could you tell me more about the team I’d be working with?
Interviewer: Of course. Thank you for coming today.
Applicant: Thank you for the opportunity. Have a great day.
🎯 6. Practice Activities
1. Warm-up: Discuss your dream job in pairs.
2. Vocabulary Match: Match interview terms to their meanings.
3. Role-play: Practice a job interview (student A = interviewer, student B
= applicant).
4. Writing Task: Write your own short self-introduction for an interview.
5. Speaking Task: Answer 5 interview questions aloud with confidence.
🧠 7. Extra Tips for Interviews
Be polite and smile.
Dress neatly and professionally.
Maintain eye contact.
Speak clearly and confidently.
End the interview with gratitude.
ANSWER THESE QUESTIONS BASED ON YOURSELF!
“Tell me about yourself.”
“What are your strengths?”
“What are your weaknesses?”
“Why should we hire you?”
“What do you know about our
company?”
“What is your expected salary
range?”
“Do you have any questions about
us?”
“When can you start?”