Application Letter

 AYO KITA MEMAHAMI JOB INTERVIEW

JOB INTERVIEW

 

1)    Definition

Job interview is a meeting between the company and the employee candidate. Companies will ask a number of things to find out whether the candidate is worthy of being their employee. In Indonesian, job interview means wawancara kerja. Not only for companies, job interviews are also beneficial for candidates. Here, candidates can see whether the job offered is in line with expectations regarding benefits.

2)    Expressions/Sentences

1. good morning, miss adinda sari. please, take a seat.

2. so, you want to work for one flores store, right? Have you worked in clothes shop before.

3. are you currently employed?

4. why do you want to change your job.

5. i see. are there any questions you'd like to ask?

6. well, thanks for coming. we'll let you know in a couple of days

3)    Ettiquette

        1.   Wear appropriate clothing

        2. Pay attention to how to shake hands

        3. Watch your body language

        4. Smile!  

        5. Drink the water provided

        6. There's nothing wrong with learning a little table manner

        7. Ask for relevant information about the company

        8. Say thank you

        9. Research information about the company

10. Pay attention to the time of the interview

 

4)    Sample of Interviews

Dean     : Good Morning, James. My name is Dean.

James    : Good Morning. Pleasure to meet you Dean.

Dean     : So, please take a sit and tell me about yourself?

 James    : Thank you. First of all, a brief introduces about myself. I am a fresh graduate from Gajah                        Mada University major in Finance. I move from Jogja with my family. I am currently seeking                  reputable company that I can work my skill and expertise while learning at the same time.

Dean    : We have a job opening for assistant finance do you think you can handle the job?

James   : I have a Finance degree and I would love to learn with your company.

Dean    : Do you have any working experience?

James  : I have an intern job when finishing my degree. I am a hard worker and willing to work harder                 to meet the company’s working standard.

Dean    : That is great! Do you mind working long hours to understand our system?

James  : I understand what it takes to be a newcomer, you need to put more effort.

Dean    : Do you have any question?

James  : what about salary and incentive?

Dean    : a fresh graduate will earn about 4 million rupiah Nice. Oke, we will be in contact.

James  : Thank you for your time

Dean    : You are welcome, sir