Mr. Robinson: I’m sorry, I have no such listings right now.
App: May I register with you anyway in case something comes in?
Mr. Robinson: Of course, you can. You can come any time during the day. You will
be placed in the file.
App: Thank you. Good-bye.
Mr. Robinson: Good-bye. Have a good day.
App: You too.
Calling Directly the Possible Employer
Secretary: Good morning, OSHA Partners.
Applicant: May I speak with the personnel department?
Secretary: Are you looking for a job or are you already working with us?
Applicant: I’d like to apply for a job.
Secretary: One moment, please.
Secretary: (Personnel department): Hello, Personnel Department.
Applicant: I’m interested in a job in computer programming, with whom can I
speak?
Secretary: I’m sorry, we are not hiring today in this field.
Applicant: All right, but can I come in and give you my application anyway?
Secretary: We receive applications every Wednesday between 1.00 and 3.00 pm.
Applicant: Shall I bring a resume?
Secretary: If you like.
Applicant: Thank you. Good-bye.
Secretary: Good-bye.
Personnel Department. Wednesday
Applicant: Good morning, my name is Ivanov, Sergey Ivanov. I’d like to give
you my application for a job.
Secretary: All right, here you are. Fill it out.
Applicant: (in 20 minutes) I’ve completed this application and I also have a
resume. Is there someone with whom I can speak?
