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FAQs on preparing your Application
Q: Should I target my Application to a specific Job Opening (JO)?
A: Yes. Naturally, a customized cover note will also help you focus on the key aspects of your Application that relate to the JO, but it is also in your interest to target the Application according to the responsibilities and competencies of the position.
Q: What’s the difference between duties and achievements?
A: Duties describe the specific responsibilities of your job. They accurately reflect what you are doing or have done in each of your previous jobs. In other words, it is the “what you do” of your job. Achievements describe in specific terms “how well” you did in your job.
Q: Many of my achievements are team-based, how do I draft them in my Application?
A: You should include your team-based achievements in your Application. Indicate that you were part of a team, and describe your specific role in reaching the goal.
FAQs on general Application guidelines
Q: Can I save my Application?
A: Yes. You should save your Application when you make changes and/or update it. It is recommended that you save different versions of your Application in Word format and then edit the Application online according to the post for which you are applying.
Q: Can I update my Application to apply for a new JO?
A: Yes. Each time you apply for a new JO, we recommend that you review your Application and update it, if appropriate, or target it to better reflect your suitability for the new JO. Your updates will not affect the content of Applications previously submitted against other JOs.
Q: Must I use up all the available characters in each section of my Application?
A: No. In fact, doing so may result in an unnecessary lengthy Application. Unless you have an enormous range of experiences, there is no reason to use up all the space given. Applicants are encouraged to list their duties and achievements in a clear and brief manner.

1. Which of the following descriptions best shows your achievements?

A．I’ve developed various interests, ranging from oil painting to designing model.

B．I’m good at creating proposals for new product ideas aimed at a specific market.

C．I’m in charge of the clearance, production and distribution of information material.

D．I succeeded in directing a video presentation, assisting our group to win the first prize.

2. If you want to apply for another JO, you’d better __________.

A．target your focus on your interest in the JO

B．save your latest application in Word format

C．prepare one application with all your competencies

D．update your application to match new requirements

3. Applicants are expected to __________ in their applications.

A．introduce what JOs they have previously applied to

B．list the greatest achievements they have made in detail

C．give key information about their experiences and achievements

D．provide the results of their tests, assessments and examinations

2 .

A．He wanted to have a more profitable career.

B．He was not fit enough as a basketballer then.

C．A basketball career typically did not last long.

D．It was common for basketballers to change careers.

3 .

A．Travel plans

B．Career goals

C．Relationship status

D．Hobbies

4 . Getting into Employment in High School

Many high school students are understandably more focused on getting into college than on finding a job after college.     1     Here are some things you can do now-while you’re still in high school-to start thinking about possible careers.

Do some homework on jobs and careers.

There are many types of jobs and careers that most people have never heard of or know little about. How do you discover them?     2     How did they get interested in their career? What education and skills are required to perform their jobs? What do they like about their careers? Don’t be shy; adults are usually happy to answer questions. You can also learn about various careers online.

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Although your college major does not always determine what you’ll end up doing for a career, understanding how various majors can connect to careers is part of career planning. As you explore the majors and programs offered at various colleges, take a moment to read through the relevant department’s information on careers for students in that major.

Keep career planning in mind when visiting colleges.

Every college campus has a Career Center, staffed by professionals who are trained to assist college students with career-related concerns.     4     Make a point to ask about the services offered by each college’s Career Center when you visit colleges. Or better yet, stop in to the Center and say hello. While on campus, you will also have opportunities to talk with professors and students. Use those occasions to ask faculty about what their departments do to help prepare students for jobs after graduation, and ask current students about internships they’ve done, research opportunities, and what their majors and career plans are.

A．Begin with your current interests, talents, hobbies, and personal strengths and weaknesses.

B．Start by talking to the adults you know about their jobs.

C．They help students choose majors and careers, find internship and job opportunities, and gain important job-hunting skills.

D．Connect the dots between college majors and careers.

E．Enrichment activities, such as summer programs on college campuses, can also help you learn about various jobs and careers.

F．Yet, having at least a few ideas in mind for careers that might interest you is an important part of college planning.

5 . Directions: Read the passage carefully. Then answer the questions or complete the statements in NO MORE THAN FIFTEEN WORDS. Write your answer on the answer sheet.

Choosing a suitable career today can be difficult for several reasons: There is far broader choice of careers; definitions of careers are changing and becoming more fluid; and companies have greater expectations for their employees. Most people joining the working world today are likely to change jobs several times. So there are a few simple things that you should know if you want to make the right career choices.

A skill and a talent are two different things. Skills can be learned, but people are born with talent. Although you might have a skill for something, you might not be interested in it. However, if you have a natural talent for something, you are more likely to enjoy doing it. Find out where your talent lie, and look for a job that lets you develop them.

The most valuable quality in the world of careers is experience. Careers always look very different once you are involved in them. If you are thinking about pursuing a certain career, you should find a person who already does it. Also, try to get as much experience as you can. It could be useful to gain some work experience at a company as a volunteer. If you do this, you can find out whether the job is right for you. As you won’t be getting any money, it is unlikely that you will have to keep doing it unless you enjoy it.

If you graduate at the top of your class, you may have the chance to find the perfect job. However, for most graduates, the biggest priority is simply finding work. The best way to choose between different options is to ask yourself, “Which job will give me the greatest chance of being excellent at something?” As you are just beginning your career, the best choice may not necessarily be the one that pays the highest salary.

1. What makes it difficult to choose a suitable career nowadays?
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2. A skill is something you learn while a talent is something ________.
3. Why is experience the most valuable quality in finding a job?
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4. According to the passage, the job that ________suits a person best.
5. What is the passage mainly about?
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