Job Interview in English | Step-by-Step Guide with Examples | Interview Preparation

Job Interview in English | Step-by-Step Guide with Examples | Interview Preparation

💼 Prepare for your English job interview with this complete role-play! This American English lesson covers every step—from "Tell me about yourself" to the thank-you email—with real examples and expert strategies. Perfect for B1-B2 English learners preparing for job interviews in English-speaking countries or international companies. Learn exactly what to say, how to answer tough questions, and how to sound confident! 📚 What You'll Learn: Complete job interview role-play (customer service position example) How to answer "Tell me about yourself" in 1 minute STAR method for behavioral questions (Situation, Task, Action, Result) How to discuss your strengths and weaknesses professionally Handling tricky questions: "Where do you see yourself in 5 years?" Questions YOU should ask the interviewer Pre-interview preparation checklist How to close the interview professionally Writing the perfect thank-you email within 24 hours Key phrases for every part of the interview ⏰ Timestamps: 0:07 Lucas’s First Job Interview Story 1:07 What You’ll Learn From This Roleplay 2:05 How to Prepare for an English Interview 3:26 Answering “Tell Me About Yourself” 4:12 Why Are You Interested in This Job? 4:38 Handling Behavioral Interview Questions 5:51 Tough Questions: Weaknesses & 5-Year Plan 6:57 Smart Questions to Ask the Interviewer 🎯 Key Interview Questions You'll Master: 🔷 OPENING QUESTIONS: "Tell me about yourself" - 1-minute summary formula "Why are you interested in this position?" - Connect experience to job "What do you know about our company?" - Show you researched 🔷 BEHAVIORAL QUESTIONS (STAR Method): "Tell me about a time you faced a challenge" "Describe a situation where you worked in a team" "How do you handle stressful situations?" 🔷 TRICKY QUESTIONS: "What's your biggest weakness?" - Honest but show improvement "Where do you see yourself in 5 years?" - Ambition + realism "Why should we hire you?" - Highlight your unique value 🔷 YOUR QUESTIONS TO ASK: "Can you tell me about the team I'd be working with?" "What does success look like in this role?" "What opportunities are there for professional development?" 🔷 CLOSING: Thank them professionally Express genuine interest Send thank-you email within 24 hours 🌍 Perfect for: ✅ B1-B2 intermediate to advanced English learners ✅ Job seekers preparing for interviews in English ✅ International students seeking work in English-speaking countries ✅ Professionals interviewing with international companies ✅ Anyone nervous about speaking English professionally ✅ Career changers building confidence in English ✅ Recent graduates entering the job market This is part of our Easy English Conversation series, designed to help you succeed in English-speaking work environments. Sophia and Lucas role-play a complete interview so you can see exactly how it works! 💬 Join the Conversation: Comment below and tell us: What's the HARDEST interview question for you? Have you had a job interview in English? How did it go? Which question do you want us to explain more? What job are you interviewing for? What's your biggest interview fear? 📱 SUBSCRIBE for new English lessons every week! Follow American English Podcast for more professional English content. #JobInterview #EnglishInterview #LearnEnglish #InterviewPreparation #JobInterviewEnglish #AmericanEnglish #ESL #ProfessionalEnglish #EnglishPodcast #CareerEnglish #InterviewTips #BusinessEnglish