Match the transferable skills (1-8) to the professional behavior (a-h).

1 analytical skills	a I have a justified belief in my ability to do the job.  I am able to express my opinion or provide advice when necessary. I am good at making decisions.
2 creativity	b I actively seek feedback on my performance and carefully consider feedback. I demonstrate an interest in and understanding of my own and other cultures. I understand my own strengths and limitations.
3 self-confidence	c I am good at getting a good deal. I am good at developing and managing relationships with others. I am able to persuade, convince and support from others.
4 communication skills	d I am able to formulate new ideas to solve problems. I am able to think ahead to spot or create opportunities. I set aside thinking time to come up with alternative ways of getting things done more efficiently.
5 independence	e I can work with sustained energy and determination on my own. I can find ways to overcome obstacles to set myself achievable goals. I strive towards my own targets and refuse to settle for second best.
6 interpersonal skills	f I am good at data analysis. I am excellent at interpreting data to see cause and effect and am able to use this information to make effective decisions.
7 negotiation skills	g I am able to express myself effectively. I am able to make my opinions totally clear and am rarely misunderstood. I produce clear, well-written reports that can be easily understood.
8 self-awareness	I am good at working cooperatively. I am good at working and communicating within a team to achieve shared goals. I am a good listener.

 

13. Look at the following common interview questions. Write the type of question (a-c) next to each question (1-12).

a. Questions that require you to talk about yourself, your ambitions, your personality, your hobbies and interests.

b. Questions that require you to prove you have researched the job and company you have applied for work with.

c. Questions that require you to demonstrate you have the skills and experience required for the job.

 

1. Can you tell us something about yourself? _ a_

2. What experience do you have that is relevant for this position? ___

3. What did learn during your time at university? ___

4. What do you see as your strengths? ___

5. What do you think about our website? ___

6. What attracted you to this position? ___

7. How do your colleagues describe you? ___

8. What sorts of projects did you work on in your last position? ___

9. What university did you attend and why did you choose it? ____

10. How do you typically approach new projects? ___

11. What do you know about our company? ___

12. Where do you see yourself in five years’ time? ___

 

Summarize the main idea of the text in 8-10 sentences.

Read the following text dealing with the topic of Unit V.

What are Internships?

“Internships provide short-term, practical experience for students, recent graduates, and people changing careers,” according to the Occupational Outlook Quarterly. They last from 10 weeks to 12 months and are designed primarily for college students (although some are open to high school students and career changers). Many internships are unpaid, while some provide a stipend or academic credit. Internships provide you with an excellent way to try out a career, learn valuable job and soft skills, and build a network of contacts in your industry.

Your experiences as an intern will vary greatly depending on your employer and whether the program is sanctioned by your college. Some interns fetch coffee and open mail, while others get hands-on experience working on a variety of critical projects. Obviously, the best type of internship is one where you receive hands-on experience—ideally in more than one department at the company. But even if you end up performing clerical duties, you should make the most of your internship by using it as an opportunity to expand your network and make future employment contacts.