Mike: Good Morning, John. I am Mike.
John: Good Morning.
Mike: How are you doing?
John: I am doing fine. Thank you.
Mike: How was the traffic coming over here?
John: I am so glad that the traffic was light this morning. No traffic jam and no accidents.
Mike: That is good. John, let’s start the interview. Are you ready?
John: Yes, I am.
Mike: First of all, let me properly introduce myself. I am the Finance Department Manager. As you know there is an open position in my department, and I need to fill this position as soon as possible.
John: Please, tell me a little bit about the position.
Mike: It is an entry-level position. The new employee will have to work closely with the Accounting department. He will also have to deal with the bank on a daily basis.
John: What type of qualifications do you require?
Mike: I require a four-year college degree in Finance. Some working experience would be helpful.
John: What kind of experience are you looking for?
Mike: Doing office work is good. However, since this is an entry-level position, I do not require a lot of experience. I am willing to train the new person.
John: That is great!
Mike: John, tell me a little bit about yourself.
John: I was a student at West Coast University, and I just graduated with a Bachelor degree in Finance. I have been working part-time as a payroll clerk for the last two years.
Mike: What are you looking for in a job?
John: The job should help me see what Finance is all about. I have learned a lot of Finance theories at school, and now it is time for me to put them into practice.
Mike: Anything else?
John: I also hope that it will help me grow in my field.
Mike: What are your strengths? Why should I hire you?
John: I am a hard-working person and a fast learner. I am very eager to learn, and I get along fine with people.
Mike: OK. Now, let me ask you a few quick questions. You do not mind working long hours, do you?
John: No, I do not.
Mike: Can you handle pressure?
John: Yes, I can. When I was going to school, I took quite a few courses each semester while working at least twenty hours every week. And, I handled that situation very well.
Mike: Do you still have any questions for me?
John: No, I think I have a pretty good understanding of the job. I believe that I can handle it with ease, and I hope to have the opportunity to work for you.
Mike: John, nice to meet you. Thank you for coming.
John: Nice to meet you too. Thank you for seeing me.
Expressions used in the conversation
I am so glad : tôi rất vui vì ...
Let’s start the interview : Chúng ta hãy bắt đầu cuộc phỏng vấn....
First of all : Trước tiên
As soon as possible : Sớm nhất có thể
I am willing to : Tôi rất sẵn lòng....
That is great! : Thật tuyệt....
Work part-time : Làm việc bán thời gian
What are you looking for in a job? : Bạn mong muốn điều gì trong công việc này ?
Hard-working person : Người lam việc siêng năng
Fast learner : Người học việc nhanh
I get along fine with everybody : Tôi có thể hòa đồng với tất cả mọi người
Work long hours : Làm việc trong thời gian lâu...
I can handle the situation : Tôi có thể đối mặt với ...
Have an opportunity : có cơ hội ...
Nice to meet you : Rất vui vì được gặp bạn
