4. Are there temporary job agencies in your country? Are they multinational companies? Yes there are a lot of job agencies in Spain, for example “Arine”, “Flexiplan”, “Avansel”. “Adeco” is a multinational company of job agencies. “Manpower” is a leading company in human resources services.There are 4000 offices around the world and they have 400000 clients. Are there temporary job agencies in your country? Are they multinational companies? Yes there are a lot of job agencies in Spain, for example “Arine”, “Flexiplan”, “Avansel”. “Adeco” is a multinational company of job agencies. “Manpower” is a leading company in human resources services.There are 4000 offices around the world and they have 400000 clients.

5. Which are the most popular web pages in your country for searching a job? In Spain there are several popular web pages like infojob.com, itt.es, inem.com, laboris.com, infoempleo.com, linkedin.com and xing.com

6. Which are the resources young people use? The resources that young people use are the social network and the Internet Which are the resources young people use? The resources that young people use are the social network and the Internet.

7. How can you get an interview?  If you find a job offer online, in newspaper, advertisement, etc. you should send and e-mail to the employer or try to contact him/her by phone asking for the interview. When you send a cover letter you should say you will be free for an interview, in addition to include a summary of your skills experience.  It’s advisable to look for different companies you are interested in and draw up a list with their telephone number and e-mail address, in order to call them from time to time. Then you can contact such companies, offering them your skills and experience, asking for an interview and showing your profile, in case you fit a post they may have at a given time.  Some companies put on their website their job offers and the data they need to learn about candidates. They also give the chance to get an interview and/or take a test.  In other cases, if you know someone who has some relationship with the employer, he/she can get an interview for you.

8. What information should you send before being interviewed?  Before an interview you should send a cover letter accompanied with your C.V. You should put there your personal details, telephone and e-mail address, studies and courses, work experience, languages and other skills related to the job. Your cover letter is very important because it is the opportunity to show that your skills and experience match the employer seeks.

9. What is te aim of the interview for the employer and for the candidate?  The job interview gives the potential employer a chance to learn more about each other.  For the employer, he/she can find a worker having the skills he is looking for,who perfectly fit to the post. For example, a sociable,discreet,polite and well trained person.  For the candidate, he can learn about how suitable the job,if it is well paid(wage,additional income and travelling expenses)if he can feel comfortable,and other work conditions such timetable,type of contrast,chances to promoting, etc.

10. What is the objetive of the application form?  While job applications may vary in format, the objetive of them remain the same: to showcase related work experience to a prospective employer.  Since you are competing against a lot of other people, it is important that your application makes a good impression and stands out from the others. You should also review your resumé ( C.V.) when copiling the work history section in a job application. Make sure information in both sources matches.

11. Example of cover letter June 10, 2002 Mr. Carl Smith Human Resources Manager SAPSA CORPORATION P. O. Box 368 London Dear Mr. Smith: As you know, your company is a leading institution within its sector that contributes in the creation of value to this country. In that sense, I have great interest in becoming a member of your winning team and I took this opportunity to enclose my curriculum vitae for your review and consideration for current or future opening. You will notice that my professional knowledge since its beginning has been in the financial environment which is adequately complemented with my studies in Economics. Therefore, I consider that with my experience could become a potential asset to your institution. If you need any additional information, please do not hesitate in contacting me at 854230­2644 (home), 854269-8625 (office) or by email analopez@hotmail.com. I will be glad to meet and hear from you soon. Best regards, Ana López

12. When do you have to send the C.V? You have to send your corriculum vitae after or the same time you send your cover letter. EXAMPLE OF C.V.

14. This C.V. is a good one because it follows the basic principles: IIt focuses on the essential points. It´s a short C.V. IIt is clear, simple and concise. IIt is focused on the job you are applying for. IIt is free from spelling, grammatical and typing errors.

15. What do you know about the Europass? Europass is a series of documents providing a record of knowledge, skills, education and work experiences. Europass consists of five documents, two of them you can fill in yourself: these are ‘’Europass Curriculum Vitae’’ and ‘’Europass Language Passport’’. The three other documents are ‘’Europass Certificate Suplement’’ and ‘’Europass Mobility’’ If you click on these documents you can download different examples of them. The Europass Curriculum Vitae is a standard model used in the European Comunity. On kine you can fill few forms and print in less than 10 minutes your curriculum. The site helps you underline personal skills and education and training